--- title: "Riyaaz & Classical Music: Performances by Divyanshu Kumar" description: "Explore the art of riyaaz with AIR graded tabla artist Divyanshu Kumar. Book authentic Hindustani classical performances or jugalbandi for your Delhi event." canonical: https://mytribe.in/divyanshu.tabla/live-tabla-pakhavaj-performance/the-journey-the-practice-riyaaz last_updated: 2025-09-22 --- # The Art of Riyaaz: A Musical Journey Tribe Verified · AIR Graded Artist | Performed at G20 By [Divyanshu Kumar](https://mytribe.in/divyanshu.tabla) · Performs at venues across Delhi NCR and travels pan-India · ₹6,500 Per Performance (estimate) Part of [Live Tabla & Pakhavaj Performance](https://mytribe.in/divyanshu.tabla/live-tabla-pakhavaj-performance). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/divyanshu.tabla/live-tabla-pakhavaj-performance/gallery) Music is my prayer, and constant practice (riyaaz) is where I find my path. From quiet moments of study to the excitement of the stage, this is a look into my life with the tabla and pakhavaj. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A 'Jugalbandhi' or musical dialogue with my Guruji. This is a fun and interesting way to learn, with questions and answers in rhythm.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/256214f6-0db9-4b74-ad32-456e2ecbe0b5) - [Video: So blessed to sit with our Guruji and play a beautiful composition under his direct guidance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/51961f12-a0a2-4629-8b44-0e89c450bd58) - [Video: Sharing a reel with my father and guru for the very first time. A special moment of passing down tradition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/62accd48-6883-4fef-a881-02d6d293cce7) - ![A group photo at the G20 Summit in Agra, where I had the opportunity to perform.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8430d4e2-6c9b-4a91-9725-1aacf9383454) - ![A solo picture at the G20 Summit in Agra.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1d596824-621a-4b2e-a223-645585efb1c6) - ![Another photo from the G20 Summit event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/03fe3698-9b85-4336-8467-ccf47d7c88bf) - ![A moment of quiet practice outdoors. Tak Dhin.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/463b479a-a76a-4e9f-8cbe-2172ebdc69b0) ## About The Journey & The Practice (Riyaaz) True mastery comes from consistent, daily riyaaz. Whether I am tuning my tabla for a classical recital or jamming during a jugalbandi, I ensure the acoustics and the mood are perfectly balanced. Before booking, consider the space you have—I provide my own performance cushions and gear, but a quiet, stable environment makes a significant difference to the sound quality. My journey with the tabla and pakhavaj is a blend of tradition and new discovery. Growing up in the tradition of Delhi and Farukhabad gharanas, I learned that music is not just about the concert—it is about the years of practice that happen when no one is watching. ### The Guru-Shishya Tradition One of the most special aspects of my life is the bond with my gurus. Sharing a stage or even a practice session with them is a blessing. This connection forms the backbone of how I play. When you see me in these photos, you are seeing a dialogue, a 'jugalbandi' where we respond to each other in rhythm. It is a way of passing down tradition in real-time. ### Beyond the Stage While I love the energy of large events like the G20 Summit in Agra, I find equal joy in intimate house concerts and private baithaks. My goal is always to bring the authentic Hindustani classical sound to the setting, regardless of whether it is a formal concert hall or a living room gathering. ### Technical Commitment My setup is designed to be self-sufficient. For every performance in Delhi NCR, I bring my own performance cushions (gaddi) and stability rings to ensure the instruments remain perfectly tuned throughout the recital. If you are planning a classical event or a fusion performance, I ensure we have time to align on the scale and the tempo before the audience arrives. Music is about collaboration, and I am here to ensure the rhythm supports the melody perfectly. ## About Divyanshu Kumar I am Divyanshu, a student of rhythm dedicated to the tabla and pakhavaj. My music is a way of staying grounded, whether I am teaching, playing a solo, or accompanying a vocalist. I am always happy to connect with fellow music lovers. 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