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'''Karatalas''' (Fr. Caratalas), are a [[percussion instrument]] played by striking them together, often used within the traditions of [[Hinduism]] to accompany [[bhajan|kirtana]] or [[sankirtan]] (the glorification of a [[deity]] or God through speech or song). They are commonly used by [[International Society for Krishna Consciousness|Hare Krishna]] devotees when performing in public.
'''Karatalas''' (Fr. Caratalas), Aka kartels, are a [[percussion instrument]] played by striking them together, often used within the traditions of [[Hinduism]] to accompany [[bhajan|kirtana]] or [[sankirtan]] (the glorification of a [[deity]] or God through speech or song). They are commonly used by [[International Society for Krishna Consciousness|Hare Krishna]] devotees when performing in public.


Although often confused with [[Zils]] or Finger Cymbals, Karatalas bear more similarities to [[crotal]] or bells, being of a heavier construction and producing a more purer tone.
Although often confused with [[Zils]] or Finger Cymbals, Karatalas bear more similarities to [[crotal]] or bells, being of a heavier construction and producing a more purer tone.
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== External Links ==
== External Links ==
*[http://www.harekrishna.net/forum/topic/show?id=1105629%3ATopic%3A19682]
*[http://www.harekrishna.net/forum/topic/show?id=1105629%3ATopic%3A19682 Karatala Lessons Forum for people wanting to learn how to play the karatalas]


[[Category:Cymbals]]
[[Category:Cymbals]]

Revision as of 13:57, 28 August 2008

Karatalas

Karatalas (Fr. Caratalas), Aka kartels, are a percussion instrument played by striking them together, often used within the traditions of Hinduism to accompany kirtana or sankirtan (the glorification of a deity or God through speech or song). They are commonly used by Hare Krishna devotees when performing in public.

Although often confused with Zils or Finger Cymbals, Karatalas bear more similarities to crotal or bells, being of a heavier construction and producing a more purer tone.

See also