MUSC 55AIntermediate Rhythms of North India
Covers learning to vocalize and play tabla bols. Also works on perfecting the technique of playing the various drum sounds on the tabla, pakhavaj or the dholak. Fundamental rhythmic exercises are focused on learning and improving playing technique and concentrate on compositions, such as a theka, theka prakar, kaida, rela, and tihai. Much of class time is spent on''hands-on'' performance interspersed with short instructional bursts to improve each student's level of playability. Lab hours allotted as per student's practice needs.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 55, or by permission of instructor.
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When it runs
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Studio | Thu 11:40am–1:15pm | Music Center 114 | A. Batish | Open 12/25 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashwin Batish | 5.0 / 5 | 1.4 / 5 | 100% | 7 |
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