Tabla Lessons & Workshops
APCA - Aapka Gurukul - (Anuradha Pal Cultural Academy, Mumbai)
I teach tabla to all levels with a mix of tradition, therapy, and styles from all major gharanas, offering both one-on-one and group workshops online or in Mumbai, focused on practical skills and stress relief.
Pricing Guide
Online Group Intensive Workshops
Session Structure & Access
- Format: Live interactive group session via Zoom.
- Duration: 4 to 5 hours spread over 2 days (typically Saturday-Sunday).
- Interaction: Live participation with a dedicated 30-minute Q&A segment.
- Recordings: Access to session recordings typically available for 24-48 hours.
Curriculum & Deliverables
- Thematic Focus: Covers specific topics such as Art of Accompaniment, Punjab Gharana Kaidas, or Heal with Rhythm.
- Study Material: Digital handouts and PDFs of the compositions (Bols) taught.
- Certification: Digital Certificate of Participation from Anuradha Pal Cultural Academy.
- Wellness Component: Introduction to breathing techniques and posture alignment for musicians.
Private 1-on-1 Virtual Mentorship
Personalized Instruction
- Mode: 1-on-1 private video call with high-definition audio settings.
- Custom Curriculum: Tailored lesson plans based on the student's current proficiency level.
- Gharana Training: Specific training in Punjab Gharana nuances, plus exposure to Lucknow, Delhi, and Benares styles.
Technical & Professional Growth
- Advanced Technique: Correction of hand positioning, weight balance, and tone modulation.
- Creative Improvisation: Training on Upaj (impromptu creation) and Laya (tempo) mathematics.
- Career Guidance: Insights into studio mic placement, performing for camera, and ensemble coordination.
- Digital Notes: On-screen notation sharing and feedback on practice assignments.
In-Person Juhu Gurukul Training
The Physical Gurukul Advantage
- Location: Access to the training facility in Juhu, Mumbai.
- Acoustic Training: Training on real Tabla sets without digital compression to master sound extraction.
- Batch Size: Exclusive small-group or individual formatting based on admission.
- Direct Observation: Opportunity to watch hand mechanics and technique up close.
Holistic Musician Development
- Performance Training: Regular mock-performance setups to address stage fright.
- Accompaniment Art: Practical sessions on accompanying Vocal and Instrumental tracks.
- Instrument Maintenance: Hands-on lessons in tuning, hammer usage, and skin care.
- Networking: Priority consideration for academy events.
About Tabla Lessons & Workshops
Why Tabla Matters to Me
Tabla’s never been just an instrument for me—it’s my way of expressing, healing, and connecting. What I teach comes from the blessings and wisdom passed down by my Gurus, especially from the Punjab Gharana, but I always bring in flavours from all six major styles. My mother always said, "Achha kiya, aur achha karo" (Did well, now do even better), and that stays with me every time I teach.
Not Just Lessons: The Tabla Therapy Touch
When you learn with me, it’s not the usual music class. I mix tradition with a dash of fun, and my own Tabla Therapy for stress relief. It’s about learning to focus, find calm, and build emotional strength—like tuning yourself as you tune the tabla. This isn’t just for musicians, but for anyone looking to add some rhythm to their life.
How We Learn Together
- One-on-one lessons (online or in Mumbai) for all levels—bachpan waale beginners to pros.
- Group Indian rhythm workshops (online), usually on weekends, great for meeting people worldwide and picking up new ideas. Everyone gets a certificate from my academy.
What We Cover
- Basics: Hand technique, sound, balance.
- Tabla Gharana styles: Peshkaar, Kaidas, Gats, Relas, across all main lineages.
- Rhythm cycles (Taals), tempo (Laya), and how to accompany singers or instrumentalists.
- I’ll show you how to practice smart—not just hard.
Who’s It For
Perfect if you’re keen to learn tabla, whether you’re a total naya (newbie), a dancer, therapist, yoga teacher, or just a rhythm lover wanting something real and rooted.
Meet your Expert
Anuradha Pal
190 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Namaskar, I’m Anuradha. Tabla is my world, started with my maa, Ila Pal, always telling me ‘Achha kiya, aur achha karo’ (Did well, do better). At that time, I just wanted a ‘wah!’ but now I get it. No big musical family, just me fighting my way, blessed to learn from Ustad Allarakha ji and Zakir Hussain ji. My family’s patriotism runs deep, so I try to give back, like with ‘Taal Tiranga’. Created Stree Shakti, an all-women band, and now exploring Tabla Therapy for wellness. Tabla is my prayer, my truth.
My Work
Live Performances & Shows - Solo Tabla, Jugalbandi, collaborations, and special concepts like Stree Shakti and Ramayan on Tabla.
All-Female Band - Stree Shakti - Founded the first all-women Indian classical band, celebrating Nari Shakti with Hindustani and Carnatic music.
Tabla Storytelling - I bring stories alive through rhythm, like Ramayan on Tabla and Shiv Shakti - blending ragas, tablas, and visuals.
Tabla Therapy & Healing - Using rhythm, sound, and Naad Yoga for stress relief, focus, and healing. Wellness through tabla meditation.
Teaching at APCA Gurukul - I teach online and in-person, focusing on tradition and creativity. Master Tabla Course and workshops available.
