The perception by the human brain follows certain laws. And, one of them is 'Law of Closure'. This means e.g., the circle drawn below actually is only a group of 'discontuous' lines. However, the brain (fills the gaps intelectually) and interpretes the diagram as a 'continuous' circle. This is how, the discontinuous notes in harmonium appear to the brain as creating a continuous melody. This point is very important for all harmonium players. The same thing happens in Tabla. The different Matras in a Taal actually are discontinuous, but the human brain interpretes the same as a continuous circle of a Taal. The same process happens in Santoor, Jala-taranga, Metallophone or any other instrument with independent notes. |
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