Learn Tabla
Gandharva Prarambhik Tabla Year 1
- Introduction to Tabla.
- Definition of terms.
- Knowledge of all main varnas and its method of playing on your instrument.
- Playing and reciting Tals in Thah and Dugun.
- Playing and reciting basic tal in normal tempo.
- Improvisation in Tritaal.
Gandharva Praveshika Pratham Tabla Year 2
- Definition of the terms.
- Learn to recite by hand showing khali and tali in barabar ki laya and dugun.
- Explanation of the various parts of Tabla.
- Improvisation in Tritaal.
- Improvisation in Jhaptaal.
Gandharva Praveshika Purna Tabla Year 3
- Knowledge of Vilambit, Madhya and Drut laya.
- Different Bols /syllables played on Tabla and the procedure of playing.
- Process of playing Bols.
- Knowledge of Pt. paluskar and Pt. Bhatkhande notation systems.
- Learn to write taals in both notation systems.
- Knowledge of writing the Tukdas of Tritaal / Chautaal and Jhaptaal / Sultaal in Pt. Bhatkhande notation system.
- Definition of terms.
- Learn to recite by hand and play taals in single and double.
- Improvisation in Taals.
- Learn to play and accompany with Chotaa Khyal or Rajakhani gat in Tritaal.
Parampara Series Tabla 101
Chapter One : Basic Syllables And Sounds
Understanding, identifying and playing each syllable of tabla distinctively and distinguishing between notes of identical tones but varying nomenclatures in the context of Tabla language.
Chapter Two: The Phraselogy
Understanding the ideas and phrases to inculcate an 8 beat structures (Ashtak) to help students keep beats to their favourite songs and increase a consciousness in the realm of rhythm
Chapter Three: Methods of Practice
Understanding the hand movement, fingering technique , acquiring finesse in playing tabla phrases pertaining to the development of the same through recitation technique.
Parampara Series Tabla 102
Chapter One: The Lyrical And Metrical Concept
Understanding the concept of using contrasting notes to explain lyrical and metrical propositions in compositions such as a Kaayda. Imparting techniques and enhancing exercises to amplify the importance of the concept.
Chapter Two: The Exploration Of Kaayda
Understanding the importance of Kaayda and its significance in tabla repertoire. Exploration and expansion pertaining to the development of the concept.
Chapter Three: Rela And Fixed Compositions
Understanding both subtleties and differences between a Kaayda and a Rela with emphasis on phraseology, diction and speed. Also a spotlight on Fixed compositions and their relevance.
Hear from our students
"I always admired the rhythms of the tabla but had no idea how to start learning. These classes made it easy to understand the basics of bols, taals, and hand techniques. Now, I can play with confidence and enjoy every beat!"
Aditya Verma
"Tabla always seemed complex, but the Xcool teacher broke it down step by step. Learning different taals and improving my hand coordination has been an amazing experience. I now feel more connected to rhythm and music than ever before!"
