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“Tabla Beyond Borders: Life, Spirit, and Rhythm with Ritesh Das” is a journey into the transformative world of tabla, led by acclaimed musician and cultural innovator, Ritesh Das. Through captivating stories, deep reflections, and engaging conversations, this podcast explores the art of tabla as a bridge that transcends borders, uniting cultures, fostering community, and connecting with life’s profound spiritual rhythms. Join Ritesh Das and his guests—musicians, students, cultural leaders, a ...
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"Rhythmic Legacies: The Enduring Influence of Zakir Hussain"
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I like to hear from you In this episode of "Tabla Beyond Borders," I reflect on the immense influence of Legendary Zakir Hussain, a virtuoso whose mastery of tabla has touched countless lives, including my own. My encounters with Zakir Bhai, though brief, were profound, offering lessons that resonate with me to this day. His connections with my fam…
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Harmonies Across Borders - A Journey with Aman Folk Ensemble
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I like to hear from you In this episode, I delve into the profound impact of my time with the Aman Folk Ensemble, a pivotal chapter that shaped my musical perspective and approach. Join me as I recount the rich experiences of touring across the USA, from the bustling streets of major cities to the serene landscapes of Alaska, exploring the diversit…
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I like to hear from you In the latest episode of 'Tabla Beyond Borders: Life, Spirit, and Rhythm with Ritesh Das,' I share the story of my special collaboration with Kiyoshi Nagata on the piece Sare Panch with Taiko drums. Collaboration, to me, is like a relationship—an ongoing journey that deepens as we grow. Kiyoshi and I started working together…
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The Rhythm of Life: Themes, Variations, and Tihai.
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I like to hear from you In this episode of “Tabla Beyond Borders,” I explore the profound connection between tabla compositions and the rhythms of daily life. At the heart of tabla lies the concept of theme, variation, and Tihai—a structure that mirrors the way we navigate our own journeys. Themes represent the foundations of our lives—the steady r…
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I like to hear from you Tradition to Innovation—Planting the Seed for Creativity In this episode, Ritesh Das delves into the roots of his innovative approach to tabla through the lens of his teaching. Drawing from traditional tabla compositions, Ritesh explains how the phrasing and essence of these age-old patterns serve as the seeds for new creati…
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Why I Started the Toronto Tabla Ensemble
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I like to hear from you In this inaugural episode, Ritesh Das takes listeners on a heartfelt journey into the origins of the Toronto Tabla Ensemble (TTE). Discover the vision and passion that led him to establish TTE in 1991, and how he set out to introduce and blend the art of tabla with diverse musical genres and cultures. At a time when few in T…
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