The Movement of Sound
MusicDiary
of TathoiMastering Alankar & Ornamentation in Hindustani Classical Music.
Back to MusicThe "Feel" Cheat Sheet
- Meend: Stretch it (Elastic)
- Gamak: Shake it (Earthquake)
- Andolan: Sway it (Hammock)
- Murki: Swirl it (Liquid)
- Khatka: Strike it (Whip)
VISUAL SHAPE: An arch or a bridge
The Physics
Stretching rubber
Stretching a rubber band connecting two points.
The Sound (Phonetics)
"SaaaaaaaRe (Morphing vowels)"
A smooth, unbroken curve between notes. You do not lift your voice; you stretch it.
PRACTICEThe Elastic Band Method
1
Sing Sa, then Pa separately.
2
Move from Sa to Pa without stopping (The Siren).
3
Take 3 full seconds. Feel the resistance.
"If you get tired in your throat, you are doing it wrong. If you get tired in your abs, you are doing it right." (Specifically for Gamak/Heavy styles)