--- title: "Delhi Gharana Tabla Performances by Pt. Keshab Kanti Chowdhury" description: "Learn the authentic Delhi Gharana Tabla style from Pt. Keshab Kanti Chowdhury. Explore traditional compositions and join our global online tabla classes." canonical: https://mytribe.in/sangeetika.school.of.music/online-tabla-lessons/the-guru-s-repertoire-performances-demonstrations last_updated: 2025-09-21 --- # Delhi Gharana Tabla: Performances & Demonstrations Tribe Verified · Authentic Delhi Gharana lineage and tradition. By [Sangeetika School of Music](https://mytribe.in/sangeetika.school.of.music) · Online classes available globally · ₹2,200 per month (estimate) Part of [Online Tabla Lessons](https://mytribe.in/sangeetika.school.of.music/online-tabla-lessons). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/sangeetika.school.of.music/online-tabla-lessons/gallery) Experience the precise bols and rhythmic depth of the Delhi Gharana. These performances showcase the technique I teach to students globally. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This is a short clip of a "Rela," a fast-paced composition, set to Teentaal, a 16-beat rhythmic cycle. This piece showcases the speed, clarity, and finger techniques that are hallmarks of the Delhi Gharana tabla style.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/15d40dad-e382-4bae-805f-863e953050cc) - [Video: As a devotion to Lord Shiva, I am presenting a composition in Rudrataal, a rhythmic cycle of 11 beats. This demonstrates how tabla can be used not just for performance, but also for spiritual expression and meditation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/476bdca7-2f7e-4865-be7c-be53b19e554d) - [Video: The originality of the Delhi Gharana is evident in how we play specific bols like "Tita" and "Ta" within a Kayeda. This video provides a closer look at the fingerwork and tonal quality that students learn to master in my classes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ab6eea33-b490-434f-8b33-8d7f0e90e8c3) - [Video: On the auspicious occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti, I presented this "Rela" composition in Jhaptaal, a 10-beat cycle. This is an example of how we adapt the traditional Delhi Gharana style to different taals and cultural contexts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/52871459-ce6c-453f-aa0f-b7c286c995b4) - [Video: This is another perspective on the Rudrataal composition, showing the hand movements and focus required to play this 11-beat cycle. Learning such rare taals is part of the advanced training I offer to dedicated students.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/95f61ad2-f4a1-46a1-8c43-52cbc56e0a9f) ## About The Guru's Repertoire: Performances & Demonstrations The precise sound you hear in these clips—specifically the resonance of the *Kinar* and *Syahi*—is the hallmark of the Delhi Gharana. It is rarely just about speed; it is about the exact weight and placement of each finger strike. If you find your current playing lacks this tonal clarity, these performances demonstrate the exact technical standards we work on during my 1-on-1 mentorship sessions. ### Understanding the Delhi Gharana Style The performances here showcase more than just rhythm; they highlight the *Nikash*—the unique tonal production method of the Delhi Gharana. Unlike other styles that might favor power, our tradition values the 'khula' (open) and 'bada' (big) sound, where every bolt has a distinct character. ### Compositions and Taals In these demonstrations, you will see a range of rhythmic structures: * **Teentaal:** The foundation of most classical accompaniment. * **Rudrataal & Jhaptaal:** These illustrate the mathematical complexity and balance required to maintain a *lay* (rhythm) across 11 or 10 beats. ### Why This Matters for Your Learning When you watch these videos, notice the hand posture and the focus. My students often come to me because they want to move beyond just 'playing the notes.' They want to understand why a *Rela* (fast composition) sounds clean and crisp, rather than muffled. ### How We Bridge the Gap Whether you are a complete beginner learning the tabla alphabet (Ta, Na, Ghe, Tirkit) or an intermediate player looking to refine your *Tihai* placement, our online classes follow this same rigorous approach. We do not believe in mass-produced tutorials. My online mentorship is designed to replicate the traditional *Guru-Shishya* environment. We evaluate your rhythm sense (*Lay*), correct your spinal posture, and ensure your fingers are striking the drumhead with the correct pressure. If you are ready to stop merely hitting the drum and start practicing *Sadhana*, I invite you to join our global classroom. ## About Sangeetika School of Music I am Pt. Keshab Kanti Chowdhury, a disciple of the legendary Ustad Chhamma Khan. My life is dedicated to preserving the purity of the Delhi Gharana, and I invite you to join our global family to experience this beautiful journey yourself. 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