ABSTRACT
In essence, motta kannakku is a concept where either superimposition of gatis over given frames occurs, or where the frame is shorter or longer than one beat. This short and simple definition gives birth to two differentiated and, possibly along with mukthays, the largest bodies in the theory and practice of the rhythmical aspect of karnatic music: nadai bhedam and combinations anuloma-pratiloma. The English translation of this motta kannakku term is 'total calculations', which does not throw much light on its true nature. In essence, motta kannakku is a concept where either superimposition of gatis over given frames occurs, or where the frame is shorter or longer than one beat. This short and simple definition gives birth to two differentiated and, possibly along with mukthays, the largest bodies in the theory and practice of the rhythmical aspect of karnatic music: nadai bhedam and combinations anuloma-pratiloma.
