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ताड़बाज

noun

ताड़बाज meaning in English

A person who beats the tala (rhythm) on a wooden block or uses a stick to keep time in music.

Detailed Explanation

In the context of Indian classical and folk music, a 'Taadbaaj' refers to a musician or performer who provides rhythmic accompaniment using a wooden block (often called a tabla or dholak in broader terms, but specifically a 'taad' or wooden clapper in certain folk traditions) or a stick. The term is derived from 'Taad' (palm leaf or wooden block) and 'Baaj' (player/performer). It is commonly associated with folk ensembles where a steady beat is maintained to support the lead singer or instrumentalist.

📝 Cultural Context

The term is specific to certain regional folk music traditions in India, particularly in North and Central India. It should not be confused with a general percussionist unless the context specifies the use of a wooden block or clapper.

Example Sentences

गायक के साथ ताड़बाज ने ताल बजाया।
The Taadbaaj played the rhythm along with the singer.
उसकी ताड़बाजी बहुत मजबूत थी।
His skill as a Taadbaaj (rhythm player) was very strong.

Synonyms

तालवाज रिदम प्लेयर

Antonyms

गायक वाद्यवादन