This document outlines the syllabus for a short term tabla course. The syllabus covers both theory and practical components. The theory section covers the origin and history of tabla, definitions of technical terms, and the history of prominent tabla styles. The practical section covers learning basic rhythmic patterns (bols), playing rhythmic cycles (thekas) in different time cycles with variations, and developing the ability to accompany vocalists and other instruments. The goal is to learn fundamental tabla skills within a short period of time.
This document outlines the syllabus for a short term tabla course. The syllabus covers both theory and practical components. The theory section covers the origin and history of tabla, definitions of technical terms, and the history of prominent tabla styles. The practical section covers learning basic rhythmic patterns (bols), playing rhythmic cycles (thekas) in different time cycles with variations, and developing the ability to accompany vocalists and other instruments. The goal is to learn fundamental tabla skills within a short period of time.
This document outlines the syllabus for a short term tabla course. The syllabus covers both theory and practical components. The theory section covers the origin and history of tabla, definitions of technical terms, and the history of prominent tabla styles. The practical section covers learning basic rhythmic patterns (bols), playing rhythmic cycles (thekas) in different time cycles with variations, and developing the ability to accompany vocalists and other instruments. The goal is to learn fundamental tabla skills within a short period of time.
DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC FACULTY OF MUSIC & FINE ARTS UNIVERSITY OF DELHI DELHI-110007 Theory
1. Origin and brief history of Tabla
2. Definition of following terms:Taal, Laya, Matra, Theka, Sum, Tali, Khali, Vibhag, Kayada, Tihai, Tukra. 3. Outline history of prominent Gharanas of Tabla. 4. Structural knowledge of one’s own instrument
Practical
1. Basic Bols (Varnas) of Tabla
2. Theka of Teental with Thah,Dugun, Chaugun and Four Kayada , Paltas and Tihai. Simple and Chakradar Tukra. 3. Theka of Jhaptal with Thah, Dugun, One Kayada, One simple Tukra, and one Chakkardar Tukra. 4. Elementary knowledge of Kaharwa and Dadra. 5. In Jhaptal two Kayada, Two simple Tukra and One Chakardar Tukra. 6. Ability to play Peshkar or Uthan. 7. Basic knowledge of vocal and instruments accompaniment.