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title: "Candid Moments & Reflections: A Professional Tabla Player’s Journey"
description: "Explore the musical journey and candid moments of professional Tabla player, Debjit. Experienced in Farukhabad Gharana performances for intimate baithaks and events."
canonical: https://mytribe.in/debjitpatitundi/live-tabla-performance/candid-moments-reflections
last_updated: 2025-09-22
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# My Musical Journey: Candid Moments and Reflections

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By [Debjit Patitundi](https://mytribe.in/debjitpatitundi) · Available for performances across India · ₹40K per performance (estimate)

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Beyond the stage, music is a constant conversation. These are the moments that shape my riyaz and the rhythm of my everyday life.

## Photos and videos

- ![A wide shot of the stage during a performance with Rishabh Sharma bhai in Kolkata. The scale of the production was incredible.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7425e6c4-8072-4346-9454-d745bf442ae2)
- ![A candid moment from a concert in Kolkata, captured beautifully. Sometimes, the moments between the notes are just as expressive.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/12ce8289-419d-4bcb-a902-ba2c9463104f)
- ![The joy of playing is a feeling like no other. This photo captures a moment of pure happiness during a performance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6e8931ca-bbcb-4efd-beb4-257fe956bc6f)
- ![Another candid shot from a concert in Kolkata. The focus and concentration required for a performance is immense.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/df784b30-9315-4dde-ac0e-8370e68d7de4)
- ![A moment of connection with my tabla during a performance. It often feels like the instrument has its own voice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b438508a-a07d-41af-a1b5-b9e48d71286b)
- ![Looking up, perhaps listening to my fellow artist, during a concert. This is what the musical conversation is all about.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/03ddf526-259e-45fc-b5fa-7df7749aa4cb)
- ![A stunning visual from our performance in Kolkata with Rishabh Sharma bhai. The backdrop of the icy Shivling created a divine atmosphere.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d5eafa33-7432-44ac-b81e-fee1ff7a4110)
- ![On stage at the Taj Bengal, Kolkata, performing for the 16th Finance Commission. The chandelier and the grand setting made it a very special event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/82c525fe-904d-4d94-90d8-5439c95486ab)
- ![A moment of pranaam to the audience. Their appreciation is the greatest reward for any artist.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/38b3ef1f-2c0d-4f63-95dd-e72340f4bbc3)
- ![Another view of the grand stage at the Taj Bengal. It was an honour to represent our treasured traditions at this event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3f55b9a6-f9db-4344-a195-3776785e35ee)
- ![The stage setup for the 'Treasured Traditions' event was beautiful, with illustrations of West Bengal's rich cultural heritage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8f1e5e4b-5de5-4f90-afbc-3f304fd0f2e4)
- [Video: A casual moment on my rooftop, talking about my upcoming debut as a dance accompanist. I am a proud 'Dog Dad' as my t-shirt says.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cfe7f4ab-0be9-463a-9f60-5f9de8812157)
- ![A candid shot from the 'Shefali' concert. The lighting and stage design were beautiful.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/799e6b84-172d-438e-b773-0e27a0e55c15)
- ![Looking upwards during the 'Shefali' concert, lost in the music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bee44bda-a62b-4524-a475-528c1eb78a6e)
- ![A close-up of my hands on the tabla. This is where the magic happens.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b2975a79-5c48-41e3-adc6-5bc397ef1c71)
- ![A moment of gratitude. I am thankful for all the wishes, blessings, and encouragement that keep me going on this musical journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/144740e6-c29c-47ba-9510-90dfd17d06c4)
- ![A moment of mutual appreciation with Mehtab Ali Niazi bhai after our performance at 'Udaan'. It was our first time performing together, but it felt like we had been playing for years.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/93ebfe9e-9737-4af5-81dc-55e808859097)
- ![The wonderful, packed audience at G.D. Birla Sabhaghar for our 'Udaan' concert. A standing ovation from a Kolkata audience is always a humbling experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5c0c28cd-fa81-4586-8d3c-d60d595b110f)
- ![A gesture of respect and camaraderie on stage. This is the spirit of Indian classical music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b29cdefd-32e2-4fdc-90bd-444099e2f2ba)
- [Video: A short video showcasing the vibrant atmosphere of the 'Udaan' Youth Classical Music Festival.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d2831992-5299-45c4-b7fc-f1aebad345de)
- ![A recording session for the National Programme of Akashvani, All India Radio, with Sarangi Maestro Janab Sarwar Hussain Khan bhaiya.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d4d9be09-a459-497c-a304-c7d297479b48)
- [Video: An excerpt of a 'Laggi' section with Sarangi Maestro Janab Murad Ali Khan bhaiya from a recent concert in Kolkata.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3bd6261e-efa7-4e0b-bc42-16fc04753142)
- [Video: A snippet from our tribute concert to Sangeetacharya Radhika Mohan Maitreya ji, with Ustad Murad Ali Khan bhaiya on sarangi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/abdda3fc-3fec-4e30-b291-035f1cf888d7)
- ![A photo that speaks to the internal journey of a musician. Sometimes, you have to free yourself from the prison of other people's opinions to find your true voice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/374fc4a7-d6d4-4e7b-863b-1076a483bb63)
- ![A close-up shot from the 'Raagswar' concert, showing the intense focus required during a performance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cc1b0bb7-547d-4d4f-a92c-c4a435c43d7f)
- ![A candid photo from the Violin Festival. The beautiful blue and gold lighting created a magical atmosphere.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/65f2bb67-169e-4dae-ae7b-8e19993fe327)
- [Video: The standing ovation at Darbar Festival. This is a moment I will never forget. The energy from the audience was overwhelming.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0b76b8b0-0941-4b43-a375-a834a34a8387)
- ![A performance shot from the 'India by the Bay' festival in Hong Kong. The stage was set beautifully, creating an intimate atmosphere.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a2e6e651-734d-490e-8ede-9962bd10e318)
- ![Tuning the tabla before a performance at the Malhar Festival. This is a crucial ritual to ensure the perfect sound.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/24263dfb-2e0d-4c37-a54b-f6837b0702f6)
- ![A moment of deep immersion in the music, captured beautifully at the Malhar Festival.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1fdd6a46-b883-4611-8c39-13144810bc89)
- ![The stage of the Malhar Festival, presented by ITC Sangeet Research Academy. It's always an honour to perform on this prestigious platform.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cbb2c9ad-3454-4b0b-a13f-da23fb29cfef)
- ![A candid shot from the Malhar Festival. The joy of playing for a knowledgeable audience is immense.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f50946db-6038-4d09-8ac8-e68cc4e28ad2)
- ![Another photo capturing the intensity of performance at the Malhar Festival.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d6ffeb25-020e-4452-8faa-52dde8d1263d)
- ![A moment of focus during my performance at the India International Centre, Delhi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0f993ad6-740e-45f7-ab22-02390d40c61e)
- ![A simple portrait. I believe that our weaknesses can become our greatest strengths if we work on them with dedication.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8ad9f592-9bab-4402-b170-7a68501a2fae)

## About Candid Moments & Reflections

Before every performance, there is the silent, essential work—the hours of riyaz and the precise tuning of my tabla that happens long before the audience arrives. These photos capture the moments between the notes, where the music really lives. Whether you are planning an intimate baithak or a large-scale jugalbandi, I treat every setting as a space to share this tradition. Let’s connect to discuss how we can bring the right rhythm to your event.

Music is a constant presence in my life, far beyond the confines of the concert stage. My journey is rooted in the Farukhabad Gharana, and every photograph here reflects that dedication—the focus during a solo performance, the deep respect during a jugalbandi, and even the simple joys of life away from the instrument.

When I perform at venues like the Kamani Auditorium or G.D. Birla Sabhaghar, my priority is always the sound—the clarity of the Dayan and the deep, resonant bass of the Bayan. But the real magic often happens in the smaller spaces, the private baithaks where the connection between the musician and the audience is palpable.

My work spans from supporting vocalists and sarod players to providing the rhythmic foundation for Kathak dancers. If you are looking to host an event, my approach is adaptable. I work closely with sound teams to ensure the acoustics are balanced, whether it is a small gathering or a grand stage. Every rhythm I play is a tribute to my Guruji, Pandit Subhankar Banerjee, and I carry that responsibility into every session. Reach out if you want to explore how classical tabla can add a meaningful, rhythmic layer to your upcoming celebration or event.

## About Debjit Patitundi

Tabla is my sadhana, a daily practice that connects me to my roots in the Farukhabad Gharana. Whether I am playing at an intimate home concert or a large-scale event, I aim to create a space where the rhythm feels like home.

[See all of Debjit Patitundi's services](https://mytribe.in/debjitpatitundi)

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