--- title: "Professional Tabla Recording | Session Artist in Mumbai & Delhi" description: "Hire a professional tabla player for your studio sessions. Expert session recording for film, fusion, and ghazal projects in Mumbai and Delhi." canonical: https://mytribe.in/surjeetsinghofficial_/studio-recording-session-work/in-the-studio-session-recording-work last_updated: 2025-09-22 --- # Professional Tabla Session & Studio Recording Tribe Verified · M.S. Subbulakshmi Fellowship Awardee By [Surjeet Singh](https://mytribe.in/surjeetsinghofficial_) · Travels to studios across Mumbai and Delhi NCR · ₹3,500 per song (estimate) Part of [Studio Recording & Session Work](https://mytribe.in/surjeetsinghofficial_/studio-recording-session-work). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/surjeetsinghofficial_/studio-recording-session-work/gallery) Bringing authentic rhythm to your music. I provide professional tabla recording sessions in Mumbai and Delhi for film, fusion, and independent projects. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Deep in a recording session at Neo Sound Studios. With headphones on, my world narrows down to just the beat, the melody, and the microphone capturing it all. This is my space of complete focus.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/de5adb4a-af52-4cbf-9537-cdbf648726c5) - ![A happy moment during a recording session for a new song. The joy of creating music with other artists is a blessing. You can see the professional multi-mic setup we use to capture the rich, detailed sound of the tabla.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b9bff796-5891-4d16-9ad5-9118398f437f) - ![Collaborating with the amazing singer Nikita Bharani on her upcoming song. It was a wonderful session, and I am thankful she made me a part of her beautiful music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/03fd09cd-bda3-4a89-8303-8b7792e71d43) - [Video: A behind the scenes look at a music video shoot in the studio. It's a collaborative environment with vocalists, keyboardists, drummers, and the full production crew working together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bb3b294f-d570-4e3e-9cb5-9550514bc47f) - ![Recording for a very special spiritual music project called 'Sabadnaad'. Playing for kirtan is close to my heart, and it was an honor to offer my haazri (musical offering) for this divine work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/45f5ac18-08b4-4abb-ad2b-be4aa0edd641) - [Video: A short clip from the 'Sabadnaad' kirtan recording. You can see me tuning the tabla, a crucial step before any performance or recording to ensure the pitch is perfect.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f356c673-cdb7-493f-802d-9c51d4bde724) - [Video: Here I am presenting a traditional Qaida from the Punjab Gharana, known as "Kinaar Baaz". This was recorded in a session where we focused on capturing the authentic heritage of Indian classical music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cbcebe6b-3bc9-4995-88d3-baf277d5f2d8) - ![My setup for a digital recording session. The tabla truly starts to talk when the mics are placed just right and the groove settles in.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8f00b793-e80a-46ed-8238-d1db6ae6673b) - ![The view from the other side of the glass. This is where the sound engineer and composer work their magic, listening to every detail to ensure we get the perfect take.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b8e6d850-b903-433d-bb6e-2604914d6cf2) - ![A moment of practice and preparation at Groovy Baby Studio in Mumbai. Before the final recording, I spend time settling in with the instrument and the space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/75e325d9-c003-4249-8752-67e9715ead9a) - ![Taking a short break between takes at the studio. You can see my YouTube Silver Play Button in the background, a milestone I am very grateful for.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d691995b-d3c4-4b2d-975f-6a114e7812bc) - ![A candid moment during a recording session. The joy of playing is always there, even during the most focused and technical work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f378791d-6a87-40c3-92bb-134c939dbd8d) - ![Lost in the rhythm. This black and white shot captures the feeling of being completely immersed in the music during a studio take.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9875372b-8164-4590-b35d-6b7364463b5b) - ![A quick selfie at The Beat Studios. I have had the opportunity to record in many great studios across Mumbai and Delhi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/01777b04-4152-4907-84f9-3c4132c07bdc) - ![My home recording setup. With my tablas, laptop, and notes, I am always ready to practice, compose, or lay down ideas for a new project.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1a08cb1f-ca6a-4d93-aa85-ecdac85d91c1) - ![Another angle from the 'Sabadnaad' spiritual music recording. The studio is filled with books, showing a deep love for knowledge and art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/83621f4d-5c6a-4a8d-9b35-db756e071923) - ![Focused on the intricate bols (strokes) during the kirtan recording. Each note is played with devotion and respect for the composition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dfeca28e-c871-462b-8c5b-42d7ff4e07ac) - ![A side view of my recording posture. It is important to be comfortable yet alert to play with precision and stamina for long sessions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/48e74c83-4d69-4454-9b17-d06ee5f9d0a2) - ![A smile of satisfaction after a good take. The collaboration between the artist and the recording team is what makes a track special.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ad5b8332-937c-4190-801d-98e9d51977ad) ## About In the Studio: Session & Recording Work When I walk into a studio, the first thing I focus on is the tuning. Whether we are tracking a delicate ghazal or a complex fusion beat, getting the frequency right with precise mic placement is what makes the tabla sit perfectly in the mix. This attention to technical detail ensures the raw, organic energy of the instrument is captured, saving you significant time during the editing phase. ### My Approach to Session Work Tabla is my life's *safar*. In the studio, I work closely with producers and composers to find the right rhythm for the track. My playing is rooted in the Punjab Gharana, known for its powerful yet graceful open hand resonance, but I am comfortable adapting this to diverse styles, including Hindustani classical, film background scores, ghazals, and modern fusion. ### Studio & Remote Services I offer two primary ways to work together: * **Onsite Recording:** I travel to your studio in Mumbai or Delhi with my professional tabla sets. This allows for real-time collaboration where we can jam, adjust the *theka* based on your feedback, and ensure the *mukhdas* and *tihais* hit exactly where they need to. * **Remote Sessions:** If you are working from a home setup, I provide high-quality, 24-bit WAV stems. You send me your scratch track, and I record, tune, and deliver the final files within 72 hours. This includes a master take and two variation takes to give you options during production. ### Why Collaborate I am not just here to play notes; I am here to serve the song. Whether it is a spiritual kirtan project or a film score requiring specific visual-cue timing, I prioritize the feel of the music. My goal is to add a human, soulful element to your digital production, backed by my experience as a M.S. Subbulakshmi Fellowship awardee. ## About Surjeet Singh Tabla is my lifelong *safar*. I am simply here to honor the rhythm and bring a genuine, soulful *taal* to your music, whether you are a producer or an artist. 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