Taal Kehrava Taal Kehrava is one of the most popular and versatile rhythmic cycles (taals) in Indian classical and semi-classical music. It is widely used in both vocal and instrumental music, as well as in folk, devotional, and popular music genres like Bollywood and ghazals. Structure: Matras ( Beats ): 8 beats (divided into two equal divisions of 4 beats each). Vibhag (Divisions ): 2 divisions, each containing 4 beats. Sam ( First Beat ): The first beat (Sam) is emphasized, and musicians often synchronize their compositions to align with this beat. Khali (Empty Beat): The 5th beat, marking the beginning of the second division, is considered khali (a lighter beat). Usage: Kehrava is known for its simplicity and flexibility. It can be played at various tempos (vilambit, madhya, d...