Sitar & Tabla in Varanasi
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Varanasi

Sitar & Tabla in Varanasi

October – March By appointment Single lesson from ₹800 pp

Visitor Info

Location

Varanasi

Best Time

October – March

Timings

By appointment

Entry Fee

Single lesson from ₹800 pp

About

Sitar & Tabla in Varanasi

The Benares gharana city. Take an introductory lesson from a teaching family, understand raga and taal, and end with a small private recital by the river.

Activities

First lesson on sitar or tabla Learn to count a teentaal cycle Attend a rooftop mehfil Instrument-making workshop visit

Gallery

Visual Journey

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Experiences

Activities

First lesson on sitar or tabla
Learn to count a teentaal cycle
Attend a rooftop mehfil
Instrument-making workshop visit

Useful Tips

Travel Tips

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No musical background needed for a taster.

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Ask about the Dhrupad Mela in February–March.

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