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Tala Refers to the physical expression of Laya or rhythm usually expressed in the form of beats, wave of the hand or finger-counts.  
Tala vadya   Means percussion instrument.  
Tambura (tanpura)   Is a four-stringed instrument in Indian instrument used to provide a constant pitch/drone.  
Tara sthayi   Higher octave.  
Tillana   A musical composition that mostly uses jatis, but also has some lyrics in the Charanam.  
Tukkada   Literally means piece. Usually refers to the songs that are sung in the latter half of a Carnatic concert, after the main piece.

            

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