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Tips for Tabla Players Written by: Sandip Chakravarty 1. Look for Clarity (Don't just emphasize on speed) At first, you should remember that the clarity has its essence when it comes to playing tabla. What you have to do is to create a top quality tone. Speed is vital, but it's not the most important factor. First, you should try to maintain your tempo and work on the level of clarity. 2. Keep things simple Simplicity is the secret behind an incredible composition. Veteran tabla players perform with simplicity and clarity. Hence, you don't have to boast how well you are into playing it. Your tone will speak much about your art. 3. Honor the Art Classical music has elated the lives of many people. Here it's vital to keep in mind that there is a substantial difference between a performer and an artist. Music has a more enticing quality than a performer. The reason is that every artist behind the curtain honors this art and doesn't want to flaunt it. Therefore, he tr...