At Poetry on Drums we produce world-class musicians, educated music listeners, and the future patrons of Indian Classical music.
Of all the world's drumming traditions, Tabla stands out most for the remarkable poetic aspect of its music. Some Tabla compositions use rhyme, punctuation, and stressed and non-stressed syllables just like classical poetry, while other compositions are like free-verse poetry with spontaneous and unpredictable structures. Head instructor Chaz Hastings has spent years developing a modern Tabla curriculum to educate students in these traditional compositions while at the same time inspiring them to unlock their unique creative potential. At Poetry on Drums, students don't just learn rhythms and grooves; they learn an entire language with which to express themselves in any music they choose.
Upcoming Events
Poetry on Drums students will be performing at Ananda Mela this year! We will feature nine students in three separate ‘jugalbandi’ performances between 3:45 and 4:10pm on Saturday, July 30th. Click the flyer below for more information on the schedule, plus more information on the festival as a whole.
If you're already a Tabla player, don't forget to check out our Blog and the Online Lessons Page for Tabla-related info being posted there. Also, be sure to check out Upcoming Events to learn about any performances coming up!