Chakravyuha: an ancient army formation, circular in nature, that could only be created and exited by a select few; a symbol of technical and artistic mastery
True to its name, Ardha Taal Chakravyuha is a technically rich and immensely difficult tabla composition created by Pandit Divyang Vakil. Wrapped in mathematical intricacies, it is a classical tabla ensemble that highlights the depth of Indian classical tabla.
Based on the concept of his previous work - Ardha Taal Chakra, Ardha Taal Chakravyuha is a re-invention of a unique concept with new taals and compositions, in a more challenging form. Starting with the smallest rhythm cycle of 2.5 beats, the circle grows, one beat at a time, making its way to 15.5 and ultimately landing on 16.
Performed by five talented artists of Pandit Divyang Vakil - Rushi Vakil, Kaumil Shah, Sahil Patel, Rahul Shrimali, and Om Panchal , the complexity of the work is cloaked with perfect harmony and synchronization.
