--- title: "Tabla Lessons Jasmehar Singh – Bollywood Fusion Tabla & Classical Training - mytribe" description: "Learn tabla with Jasmehar Singh—expert in Hindustani classical music, Bollywood fusion tabla, and live performances. Book lessons or workshops for all levels and styles. Discover your rhythm today!" canonical: https://mytribe.in/tablaism last_updated: 2024-12-20 --- # Jasmehar Singh I am a tabla player and teacher with a foundation in Gurmat Sangeet. I perform and provide lessons across a wide spectrum, from traditional Kirtan and classical music to modern fusion covers. ## Services ### [Live & Studio Tabla Performance](https://mytribe.in/tablaism/live-studio-tabla-performance) Travels across India for events and studio recordings Typically ₹3-12K per performance/session (estimate) - [Video: Here is a short tabla solo from a recent live show. This piece is in a 14-beat cycle, and I was just feeling the energy of the room. This is the kind of focused, energetic performance I love to bring to any stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8e55bfe8-d634-4518-b469-781b19dcf19e) - [Video: The tabla is essential to Gurbani Kirtan. In this clip, I explain its importance in providing a rhythmic foundation and emotional depth to the Shabad. Understanding the 'why' behind the music is as important as the playing itself.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ad4ab34b-4688-477a-9185-c16c3f22b908) - [Video: A beautiful moment from a live performance at a cultural sports event. Here, I am accompanying a talented flutist on the classic Bollywood song 'Hai Rama'. This kind of jugalbandi, or duet, is where two instruments have a conversation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a69adce0-ee78-4964-853b-797f6b89731c) - [Video: Taking a classic Bollywood song like 'Tere Naina' and adding my own tabla flavor is always a joy. This is a studio cover where I focused on capturing the soulful groove of the original while giving it a percussive twist.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/faf3530c-f579-4f03-9522-cf1bf6e30ab6) - [Video: Sometimes, a composition of your own, ek composition khud ki, just feels right. This is a self-composed Chakkardaar piece in Rupak Taal, a 7-beat cycle. Creating original work allows me to explore new rhythmic patterns.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/21299e01-ce4c-4c50-ad82-2136ef35b3ce) - ![I was truly humbled and proud to secure the 2nd position in the OCTAVE Solo Instrumental Competition at Maulana Azad Medical College. Moments like these are a blessing and motivate me to keep learning and improving.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8ba144e3-81c9-43e4-a4b9-37d9042dfc12) ### [Tabla Lessons](https://mytribe.in/tablaism/tabla-lessons) Online classes and in-person lessons across Delhi Typically ₹500-1,500 per hour (estimate) - [Video: Building a strong foundation is the most important step in learning tabla. In this clip, I demonstrate some fundamental techniques for producing a clear and resonant base sound, focusing on proper hand posture and striking. Mastering these basics is the key to all future progress.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/60110ac9-cb19-46b1-aa18-35037897f135) - [Video: Playing for Gurbani Kirtan is a deeply spiritual experience for me. This is a short clip of me playing along with a shabad in TeenTaal, a common 16 beat cycle. The goal is to support the vocals and create a meditative atmosphere.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2cdcc517-b0ec-4897-acb2-c77abca87e1d) - [Video: Tabla can fit beautifully with modern music too. Here is my take on the popular Bollywood song "Jab Saiyaan". This kind of fusion playing helps students understand rhythm in a context they already know and love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/523a61dc-ac1e-4881-9009-6111f1e3818c) - ![I am nothing without the blessings of my teacher, my Ustad Ji. This collage is from Guru Poornima, a day to honor the gurus who guide us. His guidance over thirteen years has shaped me as a musician and a person.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/623d631e-36ac-4b48-974f-07e21f4f9861) - [Video: Understanding the concept of 'Sum' is fundamental to Indian classical music. In this clip from a workshop, I explain and demonstrate how all rhythmic variations in a 'Taal' or cycle resolve back to this first beat, creating a sense of completion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7bd60f04-adc5-42ce-a297-e0b44ab88b73) - [Video: Music is often a joyful conversation between musicians. Here is a fun session with a fellow artist on the energetic Marathi lavani "Wajle Ki Bara". Learning to play with others is a key part of my teaching approach.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7abc2f50-5380-40c3-89d4-d0f30a45fb0e) - ![By Waheguru's grace, I was honored to secure the 2nd position in the Octave Solo Instrumental Competition at Maulana Azad Medical College. It is always a privilege to share my music and have it be appreciated.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8ba144e3-81c9-43e4-a4b9-37d9042dfc12) ## Meet your expert ### My story Sat Sri Akal! I'm Jasmehar Singh. For me, tabla is not just an instrument, it's my zindagi (life). Thirteen years, and still, every night, I'm doing riyaaz (practice), sometimes till my fingers hurt. Played at Gurudwaras like RakabGanj Sahib - wah, that feeling! Sometimes studio jams, sometimes competitions, but honestly, music is my real trophy. Guru Sahib and my Ustad Ji blessed my journey. Bas, tabla mera junoon hai (tabla is my passion). ### My work - **Tabla Performances & Classes**: I play tabla for live shows - classical, Gurbani Kirtan, Bollywood, fusion - and teach all levels, online and offline. - **Live Accompaniment**: Need tabla accompaniment for Gurbani Shabad, classical, or fusion tabla for Bollywood covers? I jam with all kinds of artists. - **Tabla Lessons**: I teach basics to advanced - from first 'bols' to complex Hindustani classical tabla lessons. Find your own rhythm with me. - **My Style**: Gurmat Sangeet is my base, but I love creating tabla covers of Punjabi songs and experimenting with unique fusion pieces.