Indian tarbla artist to play free concert
URBANA – The tabla player Subrata Bhattacharya and accompanists will perform at 7 p.m. Monday in the Main Lounge of Allen Hall, 1005 W. Gregory St., U.
Indian refreshments will be served following the program, which is free and open to the public. Free parking is available in the parking garage across the street.
The tabla is an Indian percussion instrument used in classical, popular and religious music of the Indian subcontinent and in Hindustani classical music. The instrument consists of a pair of hand drums of contrasting sizes and timbres.
Few tabla players have enjoyed such instant recognition and acclaim among concert audiences as Bhattacharya. He has performed at some of the most prestigious venues in India and abroad and has received numerous national and international awards.
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