Hello, fellow Tabla enthusiasts and music learners! The journey of playing Tabla is incredibly rewarding, but there's a unique satisfaction that comes from not just performing what's been taught, but from creating your own original compositions . Today, we're going to unlock the art of composing your own Tukdas  and Relas , transforming you from a reproducer of rhythm to a true rhythmic architect. This isn't just about stringing bols together; it's about understanding structu

Hey fellow music explorers! Ever wondered what makes Indian classical music so incredibly intricate and satisfying? Beyond the mesmerizing melodies and complex ragas, there's a rhythmic element that consistently delivers a punch, leaving you with a sense of perfect closure. We're talking about the Tihai  (pronounced tee-HIGH ), a fascinating compositional device in Hindustani music, particularly central to tabla playing. For music learners, understanding the Tihai isn't just

In Indian classical music, percussion instruments do more than just keep time—they add color, depth, and life to a performance. While the...