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: Deep, thick, sharp zig-zags
The Physics
Shaking a tree
A car driving over rumble strips.
The Sound (Phonetics)
"Haa-Haa-Haa (Percussive)"
A forceful, wide oscillation initiated from the diaphragm/navel.
PRACTICEThe Deep Belly Laugh
1
Place hand on stomach. Say a loud 'HA!'.
2
Sing Re-Sa but put that 'HA' energy behind each note.
3
Speed it up without losing weight.
"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)