Beginner Level

Learn Tabla Online —
Start from Scratch

A complete 3-month beginner tabla course with Maestro Atharva Kagalkar. Whether you're in Pune or anywhere in the world — start your tabla journey today.

3 Month Course
No Experience Needed
One-on-One Classes
Online & Offline

What You'll Learn

A structured curriculum built for beginners — covering everything from your first bol to your first full composition.

Correct tabla posture and hand position
All fundamental bols — Da, Dha, Ge, Ti, Na, Ta, Te, Ke
Teentaal — India's most popular 16-beat rhythm cycle
Simple kaida (theme-and-variations compositions)
Understanding laya (tempo) and tala (rhythm cycle)
Reading and writing tabla notation (bhatkhande)
Practising with tanpura and metronome
Perform a complete composition within 3 months

12-Week Curriculum

Week 1–2

Introduction to Tabla

Parts of the tabla, how to sit correctly, basic hand positions and bols (Da, Dha, Ge, Ti).

Week 3–4

Basic Bols & Strokes

Mastering individual strokes — Na, Ta, Ti, Te, Ke — with proper finger technique and resonance.

Week 5–6

Teentaal Introduction

Learning India's most popular taal (16 beats). Clapping, counting, and playing basic theka.

Week 7–8

Kaida & Simple Compositions

Your first kaida (theme-and-variations exercise) to develop speed, control, and muscle memory.

Week 9–10

Rhythm & Lay

Understanding laya (tempo) — vilambit (slow), madhya (medium). Playing with a metronome/tanpura.

Week 11–12

First Performance Piece

Performing a complete composition from start to finish — your graduation recital piece.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need any prior music experience?

No. This course is designed for absolute beginners. We start from the very basics — zero experience required.

What equipment do I need?

A basic student tabla set (bayan + dayan). We'll guide you on what to buy. Online students can start with a practice tabla pad.

How long is each lesson?

Each live session is 45–60 minutes. You'll also get recorded lessons to practise in between.

Can I take classes online?

Yes! We offer live one-on-one online classes via Zoom for students worldwide.

What language are classes taught in?

Classes are conducted in Hindi, Marathi, or English depending on your preference.

Ready to Begin Your Tabla Journey?

Join students from India, USA, UK, UAE and beyond who started with zero experience.