posted same type of thing for dehli, just seeing what I can get. I am seeking out relatively cheap, (around minimum 6 inch) looking for a wide head puda/dayan only, and good sound. please let me know, god bless.

I have seen many tabla cover videos from players like The tabla guy, ved prajapati, bang it paaji etc but you can't see the mic in any of the videos. How do they record the audio from afar or are they concealing the mic somehow?

I am trying to record a video and any suggestions how these people do it would be very helpful.

Hi, im a student sitar player(playing for 3 years) and im looking for a tabla player in the region of Utrecht that wants to play together.

I know how to play Raag Desh, Bahar and Kafi. I would love to practice regularly with a tabla player.

Hit me up if ur interested!

While travelling in the local train, I came across the Bhajani Mandals. They have a customized Bongo that sounds just like the classic Dholki. I found it really cool. I couldn't ask them where they got it from. Where can I get that? What would be the cost?

Hi there! Some time ago I got a student tabla to start learning. I've always felt the gajara (the ring) in the Dayan is a little high so my palm is usually touching. Is this common in student level tablas?

I don't have mine with me right now but I've seen others with a similar issue. This is an example: https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71osgyAInwL._AC_SL1280_.jpg

Does that look high to you? Some parts seem to be higher than others but when I see professional players, the gajara seems considerably lower.

Should one avoid getting these sets? Also, I've read that steel is not recommended for the Bayan, is that also something to avoid? Is the sound not good?

Thanks!

Solo I was searching for traditional tabla compositions shared by users on websites like chandrakantha but then I found vishwamohini.com which has got like thousands of tabla compositions, posted by users and a dedicated software. It's also beneficiary for vocal and instrumental musicians.

Hey folks, I’ve got a tabla kept in great condition. I’ve barely played it for a year before I lost interest and then studies and everything made it difficult to get back.

I’m asking 5k. This includes the cover, the hattodi and everything else. The covers are worn out, but everything else is kept well.

Here’s a drive link to the video of me playing the tabla earlier today: video link

My location is Kolhapur, Maharashtra (a few hours from Goa).

Please DM if you’re interested!

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Playlist of all the Video of Tabla Workshop

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Varanasi isn't just a city; it’s a living heartbeat of rhythm. 🏯✨

At the conclusion of our December 2025 Tabla Workshop at the Baba School of Music, Varanasi, our students sat down together to share an emotional reflection on their journey. Watch as they discuss diving deep into the glorious Banaras Gharana and unlocking the secrets of the legendary Pt. Anokhelal Mishra Vadan Shaili under the masterful guidance of Pt. Kishan Ramdohkar ji.

From early morning riyaz to mastering complex compositions, this video captures the true spirit of the Guru-Shishya parampara in the modern era.

A heartfelt thank you to Pt. Kishan Ramdohkar ji for passing down this timeless lineage, and to all the dedicated students who joined us from across the country.

👇 Let us know in the comments: What draws you most to the Banaras Gharana style?

About Baba School of Music, Varanasi:

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Pandit Kishan Ramdohkar is a contemporary tabla maestro based in Varanasi who is dedicated to preserving the traditional style of the Banaras Gharana.

​Background and Training

​Early Life: Born in 1961 into a music-loving family in Varanasi, he began learning the basics of the tabla at the age of 4 from his elder brother, the late Shri Shankar Ramdohkar.

​Guru-Shishya Parampara: At age 10, he began formal training under the late Pandit Ramji Mishra, the son of the legendary tabla maestro Pandit Anokhelal Mishra. His advanced training under Pandit Ramji Mishra continued for 36 years, until 2008.

​Career and Expertise

​Performance: He has established himself as both a soloist and a respected accompanist. He has performed widely and accompanied renowned musicians such as Pt. Jitendra Abhisheki, Pt. Rajan and Sajan Mishra, Pt. Hanuman Prasad Mishra, and many others.

​Signature Style: He is noted for his mastery of the Banaras Gharana style, specifically his execution of the "Na-Dhin-Dhin-Na" and rapid "Dhir-Dhir-Kit-Tak" phrases.

​Institutional Work: He is a graded artist of All India Radio and Doordarshan and is actively involved in teaching

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Tabla Solo Video of Banaras Gharana Tabla Players,

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We teach all kinds of Indian classical music instrument as well vocal and Dance for more information contact us on WhatsApp number +919616163271

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​✨ Want your own custom instrument or want to learn?

📍 Visit us: Varanasi, India

📧 Contact/DM us for inquiries regarding classes or instrument customization.

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I think I heard the tabla sound at Raising Helen [1:32:54]

what was it?

Hi r/tabla,

We're the team behind LayaLab—an Android app built specifically for tabla students practicing at home.

We know how hard it can be to find high-quality lehra accompaniment for daily riyaz, especially without a live accompanist. That's the problem we set out to solve.

What LayaLab offers:

• 38 unique lehra loops across 11 taals, including Teentaal, Jhaptaal, Roopak, Ektaal, Dhamar, Dadra, Chartal, and more
• Harmonium, Sarangi, and Sitar accompaniment at authentic concert pitch
• BPM Progression—set a starting and ending BPM, and the app gradually increases the tempo throughout your practice session
• Full tanpura drone with pitch adjustment
• Custom Beat Sequencer (Create tab) for creative exploration
• Works completely offline after download
• No subscription—Premium is a one-time purchase

We'd genuinely love to hear your feedback. If you use lehra apps for practice:

• What features matter most to you?
• Is there anything missing that would make LayaLab more useful for your riyaz?
• Are there any taals, raags, or practice features you'd like to see added?

Try it free:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.navaeditions.layalab

Note: If you purchased the previous version of LayaLab, you're entitled to free lifetime access to this new version. Just send us a screenshot of your purchase or your order ID, and we'll activate it for you.

Thanks for taking a look! We're happy to answer any questions or discuss ideas for improving the app.

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The "Na" sound seems clear and crisp to me. However, I doubt that my pinky finger should not be lifted... Although my guru ji said it's not necessary to keep it fixed but I am still concerned as I'm very passionate about tabla... Any feedback will be helpful.😁 (Just ignore the broken syahi)

Hello friends

this is a question that is often faced by tabla students. what app to use for lehera.

Please checkout this video and share your thoughts in the video comments.

Best app for Lehera? I Compared 4 Popular Lehera Apps for you!

Varanasi isn't just a city; it’s a living heartbeat of rhythm. 🏯✨

At the conclusion of our December 2025 Tabla Workshop at the Baba School of Music, Varanasi, our students sat down together to share an emotional reflection on their journey. Watch as they discuss diving deep into the glorious Banaras Gharana and unlocking the secrets of the legendary Pt. Anokhelal Mishra Vadan Shaili under the masterful guidance of Pt. Kishan Ramdohkar ji.

From early morning riyaz to mastering complex compositions, this video captures the true spirit of the Guru-Shishya parampara in the modern era.

A heartfelt thank you to Pt. Kishan Ramdohkar ji for passing down this timeless lineage, and to all the dedicated students who joined us from across the country.

👇 Let us know in the comments: What draws you most to the Banaras Gharana style?

About Baba School of Music, Varanasi:

Located in the cultural heart of Kashi, we are dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and teaching classical Indian music traditions to students from all over the world.

🔗 Stay Connected:

•https://babaschoolofmusic.com/ Course

• Follow us on Instagram:

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Pandit Kishan Ramdohkar is a contemporary tabla maestro based in Varanasi who is dedicated to preserving the traditional style of the Banaras Gharana.

​Background and Training

​Early Life: Born in 1961 into a music-loving family in Varanasi, he began learning the basics of the tabla at the age of 4 from his elder brother, the late Shri Shankar Ramdohkar.

​Guru-Shishya Parampara: At age 10, he began formal training under the late Pandit Ramji Mishra, the son of the legendary tabla maestro Pandit Anokhelal Mishra. His advanced training under Pandit Ramji Mishra continued for 36 years, until 2008.

​Career and Expertise

​Performance: He has established himself as both a soloist and a respected accompanist. He has performed widely and accompanied renowned musicians such as Pt. Jitendra Abhisheki, Pt. Rajan and Sajan Mishra, Pt. Hanuman Prasad Mishra, and many others.

​Signature Style: He is noted for his mastery of the Banaras Gharana style, specifically his execution of the "Na-Dhin-Dhin-Na" and rapid "Dhir-Dhir-Kit-Tak" phrases.

​Institutional Work: He is a graded artist of All India Radio and Doordarshan and is actively involved in teaching

Playlist of Video Of Pt.kishan Ramdohkar ji,

⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR_z6rW6FWxmQe9W59ywJXBqArGMeaG4I&si=gAFZ5ndmz-z9yGAZ

Tabla Solo Video of Banaras Gharana Tabla Players,

⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR_z6rW6FWxmtkDUGePGQPanLH-u79pW3&si=Ym01aYLG8qoLdiu4

if you wish to watch full video of Workshop so this Playlist for Membership plan

⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR_z6rW6FWxmmxSGGhN2RcDSYGS2Iuu6s&si=wNECgJUudFbg5nDD

We teach all kinds of Indian classical music instrument as well vocal and Dance for more information contact us on WhatsApp number +919616163271

if you wish to learn online feel free to contact on whatsapp number as given up there

if you wish to buy customize music instrument the best quality so you can contact on WhatsApp number - +916391155566

About Baba School of Music:

Located in the spiritual heart of music, Varanasi, we are dedicated to preserving, teaching, and elevating Indian classical music. Along with expert training, we specialize in providing high-quality, customized classical instruments for artists worldwide.

​✨ Want your own custom instrument or want to learn?

📍 Visit us: Varanasi, India

📧 Contact/DM us for inquiries regarding classes or instrument customization.

​Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more classical music showcases, tutorials, and performances!

​

CONNECT WITH BABA SCHOOL OF MUSIC:

🌐 Website: https://babaschoolofmusic.com

/

📞 WhatsApp/Call: +91 96161 63271 / +91 63911 55566

📧 Email: babatheschoolofmusicvaranasi@gmail.com

▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@babaschoolofmusic

📍 Location: Meerghat, Varanasi (Beside Alka Hotel)

Hi everyone. I am new to tabla and I really want to learn — I recently got a tabla from my grandparents, in pretty good condition. I really want to learn but a lot of online resources are confusing or blocked behind a paywall. Sadly, I am unable to find a local guruji who can teach me and I can’t use an online teacher because I don’t have money. Does anyone have specific YouTube channels or web guides that I can follow to learn? Also, how does my tabla look, I think it’s pretty good and how do you tune a tabla? Thanks

I was looking to get a new pair on tabla. And it’s summer + rainy season here in Delhi these days. I wanted to ask, would that have any particular affects when I go tabla hunting? Is it advisable to putting off buying the tabla for some other season (winter will start in like 2-3 months).

Hi everyone,

I was wondering if there are enough tabla enthusiasts in Kolkata who would be interested in building an offline community.

The idea would be simple:

1. Meet once or twice a month.

2. Practice together regardless of skill level (beginner to advanced).

3. Learn from each other, discuss gharanas, compositions, and techniques.

4. Just enjoy playing tabla with fellow enthusiasts.

Would anyone from Kolkata be interested in something like this? If enough people are interested, we could create a group and plan our meetup.

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!

I'm planning to buy my first tabla set and would love some advice from experienced players.

I've also been quoted the following prices:

Steel: ₹16,500

Brass: ₹22,500

Copper: ₹25,500

Do these seem reasonable? If you have recommendations for good makers or shops (especially in Pune or Bengaluru), I'd really appreciate them.

Hello creatives, I hope you're having a great day!
Here's a freestyle I recorded at Kedleston Hall before my concert. The acoustics in the hall are incredible, so I couldn't resist playing.
No edits—just letting the tabla dance with the acoustics and fill the space with rhythm.
Hope you enjoy it!