Art of Tabla
@Surya Sound Temple
Tabla
Tabla is considered to be one of the most expressive melodic percussion instruments known to man. Its tonal qualities range from an array of subtle micro-tonal textures, melodic water-like resonance and pulsating walking bass lines. This class is geared towards the exploration of mnemonic syllables as a musical language, observation of movement by developing left/right brain independence, hand/finger touch sensitivity, relaxation by melodic and rhythmic entrainment. We offer a holistic approach to learning tabla while preserving the teachings and practices of Shabd & Nāda Yoga.
Siddhartha J. Mehta is the founder of Surya Sound Temple, Art of Tabla, Khartal, Electrobones & Speedbag Drummer located in Bushwick, NYC. Sid’s latest projects include Flakeb00k, Poop Fruit & Sound Cybernetics. Art of Tabla is a specialized music academy focused on the instruction and performance of the Tabla, an Indian percussion instrument.
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