Question

Write the notation of any Kriti you have learnt.

Hint:

When writing notation, always mark the structural partitions of the tala. Use a single vertical bar ($|$) to separate the Laghu and Drutams, and a double vertical bar ($||$) to mark the end of the 8-beat cycle (avartana).

Answer 1

Step 1: Concept
We will present the notation of the iconic, standard opening lines of the beloved Kriti Vatapi Ganapatim Bhajeham in Raga Hamsadhvani, composed by Sri Muthuswamy Dikshitar, set to Adi Tala.

Step 2: Technical Specifications
- Raga: Hamsadhvani (Janya of 29th Melakarta Dheerasankarabharanam).
- Scale: Aarohana: $S \ R_2 \ G_3 \ P \ N_3 \ S'$ Avarohana: $S' \ N_3 \ P \ G_3 \ R_2 \ S$.
- Tala: Adi Tala ($8\text{ beats} = \text{one Laghu of 4 beats} + \text{two Drutams of 2 beats each}$).

Step 3: Pallavi Notation Table
Below is the precise, standard notation for the first cycle of the Pallavi:

Final Answer: The notation of the Pallavi of the Kriti Vatapi Ganapatim Bhajeham in Raga Hamsadhvani, Adi Tala is systematically mapped out in the tabular charts above.