Konnokol

The konnokol is the art of vocal percussion coming from South India. You must begin by konnokol for learning a percussion.

The principle is to recite phrases using rhythmic syllables. Once these memorized phrases and recited, you can play on the instrument. It's a fascinating discipline.

But before reciting rhythms, we must maintain a steady rhythm with your hands. This is what we now called a "rhythmic cycle" or "tala". There are many, but most common is the cycle Adi Tala, a 8 beat cycle.