Tag: Music
Different Beats: Being a Female Tabla Player
Mithu Tikadar is a Dalit and professional female tabla player who is breaking norms in a male-dominated field despite facing discrimination – even by her own family.
Hobby Classes Empower Women
Women in Rajasthan help each other help themselves.
Female Tabla Maestro Succeeds Despite Bias
Shobha, a talented tabla player had to battle against patriarchy to follow her dreams.
The Dying Beat of the Dhol Drum
‘Dhol’ players are not performing as much anymore in Gairsen because of a preference for recorded music.
Teacher Overcomes Mountain Barriers
A dedicated teacher prioritizes educating children in the hilly areas of Uttarakhand to his own personal comfort.