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A tabla [nb 1] is a pair of hand drums from the Indian subcontinent. Since the 18th century, it has been the principal percussion instrument in Hindustani classical music, [3] where it may be played solo, as an accompaniment with other instruments and vocals, or as a part of larger ensembles.
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The tabla ( Hindi: तबला, Bengali: তবলা, Urdu: طبلہ }, tablā...
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tabla, pair of small drums fundamental (since the 18th century) to Hindustani music of northern India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. The higher-pitched of the two drums, which is played with the right hand, is also referred to individually as the tabla or as the daya (dahina or dayan, meaning “right”).
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Tabla is the name of the instrument, but since it’s usually played as a pair it’s also the name for a set of two drums. The lower-pitched bayan is a copper or clay drum with a 10” head, and the higher-pitched dayan is a wooden drum with a 6” head.
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Learn about the origins, evolution and repertoire of the tabla, the most popular drum of North India. Explore the stories, influences and styles of the major tabla gharanas and their players.
The tabla (Urdu: تبلہ, Hindi: तबला, tubblaa) (or pronounced "Thabla" in Malayalam) is a popular Indian percussion instrument used in the classical, popular and religious music of the Indian subcontinent and in Hindustani classical music. The instrument consists of a pair of hand drums of contrasting sizes and timbres.
