suresh talwalkar

This is a solo of Sursh Talwalkar I recorded at Shankat Mochan, Varanasi 2005.

At Kishan Maharaj's request, he played in deepchandi (14 matras). The solo lasted more than an hour. If anyone is interested in more, let me know.

Talwalkar ji is a unique tabla-wadan. He comes from a tradition of 'kirtankar' tabla playing. He is one of the few tabla players to gain fame without coming from one of the traditional gharanas.

Even from first sight and sound, his performance is different. For some years he has toured with a large group; a singer, harmonium player, tanpura players, 2 or more students on the tabla, and even another instrument. He makes the stage his own baithak.

In rhythm his is influenced by central Indian playing. He learned also partly from a mridangam player. Talwalkar's variations combine math and improvisation in a fluid way. For this reason he gives lengthy solos in various taals.

The solo was memorable for his opening singing, and the playful mood he performed.

Category:

Music

Tags:

• suresh
• talwalkar
• tabla
• solo
• shankat
• mochan
• varanasi

[shahbazhayyat]

very nice aalap i think its from raag des. and overall bandish was fantastic.

[bhaibaldeep]

Is it possible to have a full recording - I have heard som much about him and would love to get in touch with him. His Kirtankar tradition particularly emotionally moves me.

bbs

[KumarTabla]

Kyaa Baat Hai! Revolutionary tabla player! Brings tears to my eyes.

[sudhanshu82]

this is so sublime .... plz upload more.

[atanughosal]

Munishiman ...what a question .. its like asking a thirsty man if he needs more water to drink !! ...Indeed he does ... rarely do one see tabla going the unconventional way of Alap, gaat and drut ...I guess Sureshji does ... Please man upload more ....

[dhruviji]

who is the other tabla player? is it satyajit dada?

[mannybedi]

Dear Sir - I am Suresh kaka's student - Manpreet and if you can kindly provide the entire vedio / recording to guru ji and I will get it from him. Regards.

[vid123321]

plz upload from this concert. a true master indeed!!!!!!!1