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Online Tabla Lessons from BMusician – An Introduction to Beats and Rhythms
When you think about the tabla, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Ustad Zakir Hussain, right? Tabla’s versatility as an instrument has carved a deep impression in Indian classical music. It has been awarded international recognition through the divine works of Ustad Zakir Hussain, Pandit Anindo Chatterjee, Pandit Kishan Maharaj, and many others.Â
The tabla is the dominant instrument in the music industry today. It has brought to life classical renditions on a global platform, from thumri and bhajan to folk and fusion, classical to contemporary.Â
Tabla is a popular percussion instrument that accompanies vocalists, dancers, and other musical instruments, such as the harmonium.Â
Understand tabla’s intricate talas (rhythmic cycles), beats, and rhythms, integral to Hindustani music. Enroll in our online tabla classes at BMusician today!
Online Tabla Classes from Best Tabla Players in the Industry
The tabla instrument comes with two drums: the ‘Dayan’ and the ‘Bayan.’ Each is made of wood, with a typical cylindrical shape and a narrow neck supporting the rounded head. Both drums feature an identical black circular spot called the ‘shai’, which regulates the sound quality.Â
The Dayan is tuned to a certain pitch, which depends on the composition and the performer’s preference. On the other hand, the Bayan is played with variable tension to produce different tones.Â
Another interesting element about the tabla is its tuning technique. But mastering tabla, with all its grandeur, requires expert assistance. You can get the same through our online tabla lessons. The gurus are some of the renowned across the industry. They come from strong and prominent musical backgrounds, with years of experience to help you master the instrument at your own pace.Â
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Overview
This exclusive Beginner Tabla course is designed to do 3 things very effectively. 1. Educate the students on the basics of Hindustani music, Tabla and fingering techniques. 2. Provide intensive right-hand and left-hand training in the form of Bols 3.Master Theen Thal – Scripting, Playing Kayda, Palta and Tihais.Syllabus
- Introduction to Tabla and Fingering techniquesDifficulty: EasyDuration: 1 hours
Theory lessons in Hindustani Thal system, Basics of Tabla and Fingering techniques - BolsDifficulty: EasyDuration: 10 hours
Bols include intensive right-hand left-hand exercises and playing simple practice compositions. - Theen Thal- BasicsDifficulty: MediumDuration: 6 hours
Theory , Scripting and playing basic Theen Thal lessons. - Theen Thal - Kayda, Palta and TihaisDifficulty: HardDuration: 25 hours
Training in atleast 4 to 5 Kaydas, 7 to 8 Paltas and Tihais
Overview
The Intermediate Tabla course is smartly designed to adaptively teach students of various backgrounds, aptitudes, and interests. In this course, after the student has mastered Relas, complicated Teen Taal compositions and other Taals like Dadra, Keherwa, Rupak, and Deepchandi, they can choose to take up a classical Hindustani route versus a ghazal/filmy route to master the instrument. On the whole, students would have mastered the intermediate level of Tabla in a way that they would love to play the instrument.Syllabus
- Relas in Theen ThaalDifficulty: MediumDuration: 15 hours
This module aims at mastering Theen Taal by training in advanced Paltas, Relas and other complicated compositions in Theen Taal. - Keharwa Taal & VariationsDifficulty: MediumDuration: 15 hours
In this module students will be trained in various Kaydas, Paltas and Relas in Keherwa Taal (8 beats) and variations. - Dadra Taal & variationsDifficulty: HardDuration: 15 hours
In this module, students will be trained in various Kaydas, Paltas and Relas in Dadra Taal ( 6 beats) and variations. - Rupak Taal & variationsDifficulty: HardDuration: 15 hours
In this module, students will be trained in various Kaydas, Paltas and Relas in Rupak Taal ( 7 beats) and its variations - Deepchandi Taal and variationsDifficulty: HardDuration: 15 hours
In this module students will be trained in various Kaydas, Paltas and Relas in Deepchandi Taal (14 beats) and its variations - Gazal Tihai ThekaDifficulty: ProfessionalDuration: 20 hours
Students will be trained on how to accompany for Gazals, Bhajans, Kawalis and Film numbers composed in different Taals by applying the lessons learnt in previous modules and other rich Thekas and Tihais.
Online Tabla Lessons – Course Details and Curriculum
Our tabla lessons at BMusician are curated to give students an excellent head start in rhythmic patterns and structures, beats and divisions, rhythmic variations, and precise timings. The instrument demands perfect coordination between your hands, so mastering each stroke and hand movement is critical. Only then can you produce essential syllables or bols and rhythmic phrases or kaydas. Our online tabla classes curriculum covers the hand movements and all the other fundamentals of Indian classical music via live interactive guidance.
Our Online Tabla Classes Gurus
Our faculty members are more than just instructors. Their wealth of knowledge and experience can help nurture young talents like you in their musical journeys.
Frequently Asked Questions
Online tabla classes support remote learning from skilled tabla teachers. The structured lessons will help you master rhythm, hand techniques, and complex compositions at your own pace. We offer video sessions, practice guides, and feedback mechanisms to make your learning experience convenient, consistent, and highly effective, especially for beginners and advanced learners.
Online tabla lessons for beginners commence with the key fundamentals (rhythm, proper hand positioning, and tabla's basic bols/syllables). Live video sessions or recorded tutorials provide step-by-step instructions based on learners' skill levels. Continuous interaction with the teacher is beneficial for beginners, mainly because they can gradually develop accuracy, speed, and confidence over time.
Most live one-on-one or group sessions with professional mentors ensure personalized attention. Through video calls, teachers can observe playing techniques and provide immediate corrections. With regular practice, guided assignments, and consistent interaction, online tabla lessons become equally effective as traditional face-to-face training, with the advantage of accessibility from anywhere in the world.
Learners must have the tabla set to join the online class. A quiet practice space with a stable internet connection is mandatory. A computer, tablet, or smartphone with headphones and an external microphone can improve audio clarity and better interact with the teacher. Some online tabla lessons may also recommend a notebook for writing compositions and a metronome or tanpura app to assist in rhythm practice during lessons.
Most online tabla lessons cover comprehensive training, from basic rhythms like Teentaal to more advanced cycles such as Ektaal and Jhaptaal. Depending on their level, students are taught classical compositions, including peshkars, kaidas, relas, and tukras. Regular practice and teacher guidance help learners understand the versatility of the tabla as an accompaniment and a solo instrument.
