Fundamentals of Tabla, 2nd Edition

David R. Courtney

General Info

Year: 1995
Edition: c. 2nd Edition
Publisher: Sur Sangeet Services
Cost: Book Cost - $0.00   |   Supplemental Books - $0.00

Overview

This is one the primary resources for Tabla Drumming. Tabla is an oral tradition passed down from master to student. This is book that can help a very beginner to learn about Tabla, its function, history and basic understanding of the instrument and its relationship in Indian Music. - Rating I

Chapters

1. Introduction
2. Getting Started
3. Elementary Material
4. Other Bols
5. Theka and Prakar

Appendix 1-8 Notation, Sources of Tablas, Sample Questions, Misc. Tal, Misc. Prakar, Map of India, Quick reference Chart, Paluskar notation

Works for Percussion by this Author

Courtney, David R. Fundamentals of Tabla, 2nd Edition. Houston Texas: Sur Sangeet Services, 1995