Kuljit Bhamra, Renowned performer, composer and British Music Producer launched the world’s first Electronic Tabla in Mumbai.
The launch event witnessed the presence of esteemed music maestro Anup Jalota and other prominent personalities from the showbiz industry. Kuljit has performed in the West End in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘Bombay Dreams’ and the motion picture ‘Bend It Like Beckham’, he has been awarded an MBE for he services to music and is one of the leading tabla players in the world. Kuljit is on a mission to make Indian drumming available to musicians from all backgrounds and cultures.
Together with a team of designers and electronics experts, he has developed an electronic version of the tabla – an instrument widely accepted as one of the most expressive hand drums. In collaboration with his company, Keda Music Products Pvt Ltd, Kuljit has introduced Tabla Touch, the world’s first range of playable electronic tabla, along with a universal notation system for grading and assessment of tabla students. This innovation aims to eliminate the barriers of maintenance and tuning associated with traditional tablas, offering a lighter, more versatile alternative.
Tabla Touch allows musicians and composers to explore the intricate sounds of the tabla effortlessly. Its adjustable tuning, lightweight design, and compatibility with amplifiers, headphones, computers, and MIDI modules make it a versatile instrument for modern music production and performance.
