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# Live Classical Tabla Performances in Delhi Ncr

By [Akram Khan](https://mytribe.in/akramtablaofficial) · I perform live tabla in Ajrada Gharana style for concerts, festivals, and classical music events, offering solo recitals, jugalbandi, and accompaniment for other artists.

## Locations

Performs live at events across India

### Travels to

- Performs across Delhi NCR (National Capital Region, National Capital Region)
- Performs across India (India, India)

## Pricing guide (estimates)

These are indicative prices based on provider's past work. Enquire now to find out final quote.

### Concert Accompaniment (Sangat)

90-minute expert rhythmic support for main vocal or instrumental artists using the complex Ajrada Gharana style.

Typically ₹60-85K per performance (estimate)

#### Artist Services
* Live accompaniment by Ustad Akram Khan for a main artist (Vocalist, Sitarist, Flute, etc.)
* Pre-performance sound check (30-45 mins) for level balancing
* Green room coordination session with the main artist

#### Performance Specs
* 'Sangat' style interactive support without overpowering the melody
* Precise on-stage tuning to match the main artist's pitch

#### Equipment & Crew
* Professional 'Black Wood' Tabla set (Dayan and Bayan)
* Instrument handler for stage setup and local transport

### Signature Tabla Solo Recital

Headline performance featuring rare Ajrada compositions, oral recitation, and full melodic accompaniment included.

Typically ₹1.1-1.5L per concert (estimate)

#### Core Performance
* Solo Tabla performance showcasing rare Ajrada Gharana compositions
* Demonstration of Layakari (mathematical rhythms) and Padhant (oral recitation)
* Audience engagement and explanation of technical beats

#### Included Ensemble
* Professional Lehra Accompanist (Harmonium or Sarangi) for melodic time-cycle
* Tanpura support (Electronic or student disciple) for drone background

#### Technical Specs
* Detailed 60-minute sound check for acoustic balance
* Artist brings instruments; Client provides riser and specific mics

### Grand Jugalbandi Experience

A spectacular rhythmic battle featuring Ustad Akram Khan and a second percussion maestro with full ensemble support.

Typically ₹2.5-3.5L per concert package (estimate)

#### The Lineup
* Lead Artist 1: Ustad Akram Khan (Ajrada Gharana)
* Lead Artist 2: A renowned Percussionist (e.g., Benares or Punjab Gharana) arranged to ensure chemistry

#### The Show
* Dynamic Sawaal-Jawab (call and response) improv challenges
* Live comparison of different Gharana styles

#### Full Ensemble
* Senior Lehra accompanist capable of supporting two drum sets
* Tanpura accompaniment for drone background

#### Logistics
* Artist coordination and extended sound check for multiple percussion sources
* Consultation on technical rider for complex microphone placement

## About Live Classical Tabla Performances

### Sangeet Ki Roh (The Soul of Music)

Music isn’t just something I do - it’s in my blood. I belong to the Ajrada Gharana, carrying forward a legacy passed down from my father, Ustad Hashmat Ali Khan, and the elders before him. Every time I play, I’m honouring this tradition, not just performing.

### What I Offer

I bring live tabla to concerts, festivals, and cultural events. Here’s how I share my art:

- **Tabla Solo Recital:** The spotlight is on the tabla. I perform complex compositions from my gharana, weaving in a lehra (melodic loop) on harmonium or sarangi. It’s intense, technical, and true to Ajrada Gharana tabla style.

- **Jugalbandi Performance:** Two tabla artists, one stage. We improvise, trade rhythms, and sometimes mix gharanas. The energy is raw - a proper rhythmic dialogue.

- **Classical Music Accompaniment:** I’ve played alongside top vocalists, sitar, sarod, and bansuri artists. My job isn’t just keeping beat, it’s about supporting and lifting the main act with the right touch.

### The Real Experience

I want you to truly lutf uthana (enjoy) the music. Sometimes the mood is deep, sometimes it’s playful. No two shows feel the same. All I ask - bring your blessings, your aashirwaad, and let’s share the spirit of sangeet together.

## Highlights

Browse through Akram Khan's best work.

### [Featured](https://mytribe.in/akramtablaofficial/live-classical-tabla-performances/featured)

- ![This is a moment of deep concentration during a performance at The Bhavan in London. The camera, in the hands of the talented Shri Saleel Tambe ji, captured the very soul of the beat. I am grateful for such powerful memories.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5bda708a-4d66-41b5-977f-baea3322e528)
- [Video: Here is a short glimpse of a tabla solo recital I performed in honour of the great Sitar maestro, Ustad Bale Khan Sahab. In this piece, I am presenting a beautiful Qaida, a traditional composition of my Ajrada Gharana.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/76d5e6c9-94f8-46f6-ab8a-69e22009a949)
- ![Sharing the stage with a maestro like Ustad Shahid Parvez Khan is always a lesson in itself. This was a beautiful, melodious evening where our instruments spoke to each other, a true joy for any musician.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a1904bd0-1a70-48f1-a14d-14decce77426)
- ![A smile during a performance is a sign that the audience and the artist are connected as one. This was captured during a tabla duet, a moment of pure happiness in the flow of rhythm.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/90f39bb0-a8e3-4def-91b6-edd271ffd6fa)
- [Video: It was a great privilege to accompany the legendary Begum Parveen Sultana ji at this musical evening at Nehru Park. Providing the rhythmic foundation for a voice like hers is a responsibility I cherish deeply.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/12c99cab-120c-48f6-90cb-f25ed0bb6f9c)
- ![I am looking forward to this historic tabla duet, a Jugalbandi performance with the renowned Pandit Sanju Sahai ji. It will be an honour to share the stage and create a rhythmic dialogue between the Benares and Ajrada gharanas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ea60d84a-0985-4fc0-ba60-6468a5aed8e6)
- ![The joy of music is something that comes from within. This photograph captures a moment of 'lutf' or pure enjoyment during a solo performance, where the music simply takes over.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/33cb68b4-830f-410b-bdb9-436b6b76564a)
- [Video: The role of a tabla player in accompaniment is to listen and respond. Here, I share some thoughts on how to improvise and match the patterns of a lead instrumentalist, a key aspect of the art of 'sangat'.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/392164fc-9ce8-44e6-88aa-6f6346d5daa8)

### [Tabla Solo: The Voice of the Ajrada Gharana](https://mytribe.in/akramtablaofficial/live-classical-tabla-performances/tabla-solo-the-voice-of-the-ajrada-gharana)

- ![A still from my performance at the Hoxton concert, organised by Kala Sudha UK. The focus required for a solo recital is immense, and I am thankful for an audience that listens with such attention.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8ad1bd8a-5256-413c-bff8-c5c01f5c6325)
- ![Another moment from the Hoxton concert. Here, my hands are in the midst of playing a complex rhythmic pattern, a hallmark of the Ajrada style of tabla playing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6d88cb0e-848f-41bf-a2c3-6856376aae18)
- [Video: As a mark of respect to the legends, I am presenting a 'rela' composition of the great Pandit Shamta Prasad ji of the Benares gharana. It is important to honour the masters of all traditions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8bfa9d08-8d57-4c9a-b808-1c0fa5ac21a6)
- [Video: A glimpse from my recital at the Ramakrishna Mission in Kolkata. It was a beautiful evening dedicated to music, and I am grateful to Pt. Abhijit Banerjee ji for the invitation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f2e110da-6e19-496d-989d-86e149128111)
- ![Performing at the prestigious Swaramangesh festival in Goa. The stage was set for a tabla duet, where two artists engage in a spontaneous rhythmic conversation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7f83f162-231f-4925-a063-ffd644a742ac)
- ![A wider view of the stage at the Swaramangesh festival. You can see the beautiful setup and the portrait of the master in whose honour the festival is held. It was a truly memorable evening.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/31e3eba9-206f-4b07-87ff-a4899063d2f2)
- ![A moment of interaction with my fellow artist during the tabla duet in Goa. Listening is as important as playing in a jugalbandi performance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9258339b-e2ed-4c89-8e34-cd9c8fe4cb6b)
- ![Deep in the rhythm during my performance at the Swaramangesh festival. The energy from a large, appreciative audience is always a great inspiration for any artist.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2bd3cb89-55c5-4d2a-9a09-c2f5704a1b33)
- ![Performing a tabla solo at the Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra ji Festival in Bhubaneswar. It is an honour to play at an event named after such a legendary guru of dance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/232460c4-ff29-4760-bb66-73a84f4d6f7c)
- ![Offering my salaam to the audience and the stage at the festival in Bhubaneswar. An artist is nothing without the blessings and respect of the listeners.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e7d6f76c-5fb6-45ef-ab26-b5efa869afdb)
- [Video: The many expressions of a musician during a performance. This clip shows the focus, the interaction, and the joy that I experience while presenting my art on stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/593f9b15-c9a0-4ae0-8628-07da479c132f)
- [Video: This was a very special performance at the University of Delhi. It fills my heart with joy to see students so eager to learn about our classical music traditions. Their energy was truly inspiring.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1f313027-c5cc-4f8f-858d-f6658949f416)
- [Video: A short clip from a concert celebrating the birth centenary of my guru, the legendary Ustad Allarakha Khan Sahab. Playing his compositions on such an occasion is the highest honour.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0fe0af05-10a8-4507-892c-a4dff0b9c55a)

### [Jugalbandi: A Rhythmic Dialogue](https://mytribe.in/akramtablaofficial/live-classical-tabla-performances/jugalbandi-a-rhythmic-dialogue)

- ![A memorable tabla jugalbandi with my dear brother and fellow artist, Pandit Yogesh Samsi ji. We performed together at the Guru ML Koser festival, organised by Pracheen Kala Kendra.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6106aa35-8a23-41b6-9194-71764a21b331)
- ![Here you can see me speaking to the audience during the duet with Pandit Yogesh Samsi ji. It is always a pleasure to explain the nuances of our performance to the listeners.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4f60bf30-e3e6-4827-b1fb-21c638fc9e77)

### [Sangat: The Art of Accompaniment](https://mytribe.in/akramtablaofficial/live-classical-tabla-performances/sangat-the-art-of-accompaniment)

- [Video: A memorable evening accompanying the legendary vocalist Pandit Sajan Mishra ji and his talented son, Shri Swaransh Mishra, at the Akashvani Sangeet Sammelan in Delhi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/52a5652a-f557-48d2-942e-2981a30ab220)
- [Video: It was a great honour to share the stage with the sitar maestro Ustad Shahid Parvez Khan Sahab at the Shruti Amrit Mahotsav in Patiala. The chemistry between sitar and tabla is truly special.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a2228d0f-50f1-4183-895d-e248f2ae1bd7)
- ![Applauding the artistry of Ustad Usman Khan Sahab, one of the most senior sitarists of our country, during a concert in his honour in Pune.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/41dcc156-ea5a-4957-accd-10f1d879ade6)
- ![A moment of musical conversation with Ustad Shahid Parvez Khan during a performance for the Spicmacay IISER Chapter in Mohali.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/080284d9-ed8b-470c-b6a3-2e390fa55a23)
- [Video: A short clip from our performance at the Falgu Mahotsav in Gaya. Accompanying a master like Ustad Shahid Parvez Khan ji is always an elevating experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/708b2751-84d4-419b-92ce-6509ff5dd26f)
- ![On stage with a wonderful ensemble of musicians, paying tribute to the great Pandit Kishan Maharaj ji at Kamani Auditorium. Such collaborations are a celebration of our shared musical heritage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cc523061-0dc8-4428-b655-ff134bee75ba)
- [Video: An awe-inspiring performance at the 10th Guru M.L. Koser Festival of Music and Dance. Here, I am part of an ensemble of talented artists on stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3906cf19-a087-4df5-9c43-9cef988ee6e5)
- ![Accompanying the great vocalist Pandit Sajan Mishra ji at a festival in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, held in remembrance of his brother, the late Pandit Rajan Mishra ji.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/480e12d2-67ab-4373-b7e5-40f23e9973c2)
- ![A full stage view of the performance in Bhavnagar. It was a deeply emotional and powerful concert, filled with beautiful music and memories.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/be3fc161-24f8-4367-93e2-93bb1017680d)
- ![A performance in remembrance of Pandit Rajan Mishra ji. The backdrop with his image created a very poignant atmosphere for the music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/080f32ce-4dfa-4f1b-a68b-676901b642cc)
- ![A pleasant moment during my performance in Chandigarh where I had the honour of accompanying Ustad Kiran Pal Singh Ji on the santoor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/992ea6f5-a7b8-4109-8584-b341cc3155f9)
- ![Enjoying the music during the concert in Chandigarh. The interplay between the santoor's delicate notes and the tabla's rhythm is always a delight.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7e051256-79b7-4a44-bd48-ea36b30a5dbf)
- ![On stage with Ustad Kiran Pal Singh Ji at the concert organised by Pracheen Kala Kendra in Chandigarh. It was a wonderful exchange of musical ideas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3a2c7ca1-ee9e-4e3d-bc81-280c6ad2ac61)
- ![A view of the beautifully lit stage at the Shimla Heritage Festival. I was performing with Pandit Sajan Mishra ji and Shri Swaransh Mishra.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9803fba6-c6aa-40e0-8f55-dfefd51519a6)
- [Video: A clip from the memorable concert at the Gaiety Theatre in Shimla, where I accompanied the legendary vocalist Pandit Sajan Mishra Ji and his son Swaransh.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5d342c23-78ca-47c2-9156-cc4c73aa3a40)
- [Video: A performance in honour of my father and guru, Ustad Hashmat Ali Khan. Here, I am accompanying Shri Adnan Khan on sitar and Shri Sabir Khan on sarangi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9b17c981-e7f2-41ec-a154-3056d969bb8b)

### [Sharing the Knowledge](https://mytribe.in/akramtablaofficial/live-classical-tabla-performances/sharing-the-knowledge)

- [Video: The role of a tabla player in accompaniment is to listen and respond. Here, I share some thoughts on how to improvise and match the patterns of a lead instrumentalist, a key aspect of the art of 'sangat'.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/392164fc-9ce8-44e6-88aa-6f6346d5daa8)

### [Upcoming & Past Performances](https://mytribe.in/akramtablaofficial/live-classical-tabla-performances/upcoming-past-performances)

- ![I am extremely grateful to be invited for this upcoming UK tour in September 2025. I look forward to meeting all the music lovers and friends there.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8d329e6c-3bee-4c3d-b8b5-934f1c26f9d4)
- ![An announcement for a tabla solo performance in Delhi. I will be accompanied by Shri Lalit Sisodia on the harmonium, presenting compositions of the Ajrada Gharana.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd092508-cfdb-4440-af5f-c954f6d20661)
- ![It is a delight to be performing at the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s 16th Sangeet Samaroh, where I will be accompanying the eminent santoor maestro, Pandit Abhay Rustum Sopori.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fee430e3-cb55-4996-aaa5-a3ae7b46d3aa)
- ![The official programme for the Sangeet Samaroh at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, detailing the lineup of esteemed artists performing over two days.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ced20175-624e-495f-aeaf-569d437b7e3e)
- ![An invitation to the Gopikrishna Sangeet Mahotsav in Thane, where I will be performing a tabla duet with Shri Mukund Raj Deo.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8c3b12a7-a1a1-4709-b892-600f7f8ca50a)
- [Video: A personal invitation from me to the 7th Bhimsen Sangeet Samaroh in Dehradun. I am honoured to be accompanying two great musicians, Sahana Banerjee on sitar and Vipul Ray on santoor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/64a3cc4e-71f5-4ffe-b5f1-bef605dcd8c5)
- [Video: I am very happy to be a part of the Aavartan festival in New Delhi. In this video, I share my thoughts on the event and my upcoming performance with the talented sitar player, Dhruv Bedi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7ccce79e-b52b-47de-ad9c-05feb5e93667)
- ![The official artist announcement for my performance at the Aavartan festival. It gives a brief introduction to my musical lineage and journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0b31f0fe-50d9-4b71-8c86-000511a66644)
- ![A poster for my performance at the prestigious 101st Sankat Mochan Sangeet Samaroh in Varanasi, where I accompanied Pandit Abhay Sopori on the santoor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f5762ee9-36b4-446d-8d65-b8d51f413550)
- ![An invitation to a beautiful morning concert, 'IHC Morning Ragas', where I had the honour of accompanying the great vocalist Pandit Sajan Mishra.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9256b2b4-2f11-4adb-9b47-829d4305dbb4)
- ![This poster is for a unique 'Taal Vadya Utsav', a festival of percussion, where I shared the stage with several other master percussionists in Kolkata.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/11f6093f-9d1d-471f-8e75-3af681cc7ead)
- ![An announcement for a performance in Kochi, where I accompanied the talented young bansuri player, S. Akash.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/151c8332-5da1-42d1-9e18-99ce328ff5f5)
- ![An invitation to the 10th edition of the Taal Chakra music and dance festival in New Delhi, featuring a wonderful lineup of artists.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/91b90057-7b99-42a4-80a7-4a6772927535)
- ![It was a great honour to be on the same platform as Begum Parveen Sultana ji, the Pride of India, for the 'Music In The Park' series.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4d995eb2-be89-49a4-a890-eb9886b2d31a)
- ![An announcement for my performance with the great Begum Parveen Sultana at the 43rd Saptak Annual Music Festival in Ahmedabad.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/352f2b66-53f5-4768-a2fa-f136cbe81ec5)
- ![The official poster for the 10th Guru M.L. Koser festival, where I performed a tabla duet with my dear friend, Pandit Yogesh Samsi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d9437164-b069-48a6-a713-b6f1c5c8de7f)
- ![The poster for a 3-day festival in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, held in remembrance of the legendary vocalist, Pandit Rajan Mishra ji.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/28192209-bdbc-434f-8b48-d00bc6c6e0ca)
- ![An invitation to 'Humnavaz', a concert in remembrance of my father and guru, Ustad Hashmat Ali Khan, the legend of the Ajrada Gharana.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e5519f20-1077-4af0-9aa8-b13fab617b00)
- ![The poster for the Malhar Utsav at the University of Delhi, where I was invited to perform a solo tabla recital to celebrate the monsoon season.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bf4828af-ea4c-4174-b255-832b9f658374)

### [With Esteemed Colleagues & Gurus](https://mytribe.in/akramtablaofficial/live-classical-tabla-performances/with-esteemed-colleagues-gurus)

- ![A beautiful memory from the Guru Purnima celebration in Mumbai, in honour of the legend Ustad Allah Rakha Khan Sahab. Here I am with Ustad Zakir Hussain ji and my son.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5b060ab0-c19e-461f-a8c5-39310bcced3f)
- ![A candid moment with the sitar maestro Ustad Shahid Parvez Khan after a wonderful concert in Mohali. The music continues even after the performance ends.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/adf99a06-1749-4faa-91f0-a674d438f66e)
- ![With my dear friend and an amazing tabla maestro, Pandit Yogesh Samsi bhai, at the Guru ML Koser festival in Delhi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/732d772c-e512-4258-9218-45906803b47a)
- ![A moment with fellow musicians during a soundcheck session at a beautiful location. The camaraderie between artists is a special part of our lives.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dc763db7-7234-4d16-a2e8-d5752fd67e14)

### [Portraits & Stills](https://mytribe.in/akramtablaofficial/live-classical-tabla-performances/portraits-stills)

- ![A candid shot captured during the 10th edition of the Taal Chakra concert at Kamani Auditorium.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/81b2c82b-7a31-4d73-9a16-bef701765121)
- ![Lost in the rhythm during the Taal Chakra concert. The blue kurta adds a nice touch of colour to the stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7688f5cd-0ebd-44c8-ac97-e22cdeebd4d1)
- ![A black and white portrait capturing a moment of quiet satisfaction during a performance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d5365a33-29ce-4bd7-84d9-414af36d0b2c)
- ![Another still from the Taal Chakra concert, a moment of happiness while playing for an appreciative audience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/806b42e3-abcc-45bb-91ef-c6654e5374b7)
- ![A portrait from a solo performance, shared with my best wishes to all on the colourful festival of Holi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/988e63d6-5d78-4993-bd66-c413aec882e6)
- ![A photograph from a performance, shared on the auspicious occasion of Gurupurab with blessings for peace and happiness to all.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3f56d6fc-7a6b-4286-b81a-586fe9124e65)

## Meet your expert

[Akram Khan](https://mytribe.in/akramtablaofficial)

### My story

Aadaab, I’m Akram Khan. Mausiki is my jaan (life). Born in Ajrada Gharana, son of Ustad Hashmat Ali Khan, I grew up with tabla rhythms echoing everywhere. Guru Purnima is always special - I remember my gurus, their blessings. Started Tabla Academy so this legacy lives on, passing it to my son Zargham too. My father’s journey in 'Mausiqi Meri Manzil' inspires me daily. Yeh hai mera safar, mera riwaaz (This is my journey, my tradition).

### My work

- **Tabla Performances & Recitals**: I play solo tabla recitals, duets, and accompany Hindustani classical artists. Each show is different, every beat is alive.
- **Ajrada Gharana Style**: My tabla follows Ajrada Gharana’s unique qaidas, relas, and old compositions. I keep this tradition alive in every performance.
- **Art of Accompaniment**: When I play with other musicians, it’s like a baatcheet (conversation). Improvising on the spot, matching their mood, making music flow.
- **Workshops & Collaborations**: I teach tabla improvisation workshops, share the stage with legends, and help students dive into the cultural side of tabla.

## More services from Akram Khan

- [Tabla Workshops & Masterclasses](https://mytribe.in/akramtablaofficial/tabla-workshops-and-masterclasses) · ₹1,500-7,000 per participant per day (estimate)

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