--- title: "Jugalbandi and Fusion Collaborations for Classical Concerts" description: "Looking for skilled tabla accompaniment for your jugalbandi or fusion event? Roopak Kallurkar offers expert tabla support for Hindustani-Carnatic fusion and instrumental duets." canonical: https://mytribe.in/roopak_kallurkar/tabla-accompaniment/jugalbandi-fusion-collaborations last_updated: 2025-09-07 --- # Jugalbandi and Fusion Collaborations for Your Event Tribe Verified · All India Radio B-High Graded Artist By [Roopak Kallurkar](https://mytribe.in/roopak_kallurkar) · Travels across Bengaluru & India; Studio in Banashankari · ₹12K per concert (estimate) Part of [Tabla Accompaniment](https://mytribe.in/roopak_kallurkar/tabla-accompaniment). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/roopak_kallurkar/tabla-accompaniment/gallery) I enjoy the creative energy of jugalbandi, where different musical traditions meet. Whether it is a Hindustani-Carnatic fusion or an instrumental duet, I love creating a rhythmic dialogue that bridges musical worlds. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A captivating Hindustani-Carnatic violin jugalbandi with the Mysore Brothers, where my tabla converses with the mridangam. This fusion of North and South Indian rhythms is always a highlight.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a3d0ec68-5270-43c0-ab80-eabf4face8ce) - ![Sharing a moment with the legendary Carnatic vocalist Padmashree Vidushi Aruna Sairam amma after our concert. Performing with artists who bridge different musical worlds is inspiring.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4bced146-c9bc-4131-acdb-ee9dad2d9916) - [Video: A rehearsal and announcement for a jugalbandi concert featuring two flutes, mridangam, and my tabla. This clip shows the collaborative process of blending different instrumental voices.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9e4bd826-6a09-4c03-a4bc-75990b81a75e) - [Video: A jugalbandi concert where we presented a Kannada bandish in Raag Madmaad Sarang. This performance explores the fusion of Hindustani raga structures with regional language and flavor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c1fe3f30-556c-47d4-83fb-d22d5c411275) - [Video: A beautiful instrumental trio session in Mysore with violin, flute, and tabla. This kind of informal jam session is where new creative ideas often take root.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/deb9af86-b28f-4648-acb8-a35c35014df4) - [Video: An experimental fusion piece I worked on with friends, blending film music with classical instruments like tabla and a modern drum kit. This shows my interest in exploring diverse musical landscapes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/840bdf24-8176-482c-9933-b03488061e75) ## About Jugalbandi & Fusion Collaborations When booking a fusion or jugalbandi session, I include a dedicated 3-hour rehearsal day. This ensures we align on complex time signatures, the sawal-jawab (call and response) sections, and technical sound balancing, so our performance flows naturally on stage without any technical hitches. Jugalbandi is, at its heart, a musical conversation. Whether I am performing alongside a mridangam, flute, violin, or sitar, my goal is to weave our distinct rhythmic structures into one cohesive piece. Having performed at prestigious venues like the Gayana Samaja and collaborated with artists such as the Mysore Brothers, I have developed the ability to adapt quickly to different musical styles and impromptu improvisations. ### My Technical Approach * **Multi-Mic Setup:** For fusion and collaborative projects, I prefer a configuration using dedicated microphones for both the Dayan (treble) and Bayan (bass). This ensures the clarity and depth of the tabla reach the audience, especially in larger auditoriums. * **Rhythmic Fusion:** I specialize in blending Hindustani Thekas with Carnatic mathematical structures. This requires not just technical skill, but the ability to listen and respond in real-time to the main artist. * **Versatility:** My performance style adapts to the setting, from intimate, unplugged baithaks to large-scale music festivals like the Mysore Dasara. I adjust my hand weight and volume control to match the acoustics of the venue and the needs of the ensemble. If you are planning a fusion project or a collaborative concert and need tabla accompaniment that respects the tradition while embracing innovation, I am happy to discuss how we can integrate the instrument into your specific ensemble. ## About Roopak Kallurkar I’m Roopak. Growing up with music as my mother tongue, I see the tabla not just as an instrument, but as a way to connect with other artists. Whether we are playing a traditional raga or an experimental fusion piece, I am always ready to listen, respond, and build something meaningful with my fellow musicians. 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