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RHYTHM & ENERGY · FOLK RHYTHM

Carry the rhythm.
Share the celebration.

Learn the patterns and feel that drive folk and devotional music.

LEVELBeginner to advancedLEARNERSChildren & adultsFORMATIn-person & online
A percussion lesson inside the school
REAL LEARNING AT DSMHands-on rhythm learning with guidance
Dholak ClassesStructured progress · Personal guidance · Performance confidenceRequest a trial →

THE RESULT

What you’ll be able to do.

Develop clear bass and treble tones, steady theka, and the listening skills needed to accompany singers and groups.

01

Find the two voices

Sitting position and hand placement · Open and closed strokes · Simple folk patterns

02

Hold the song

Clearer tone and tempo control · Common accompaniment patterns · Transitions and variations

03

Lead the energy

Faster and more complex patterns · Improvised variations and dynamics · Confident group accompaniment

INSIDE THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE

Practice that turns into progress.

Dholak lessons introduce the instrument’s two-sided vocabulary, hand placement, tone, and traditional rhythm patterns. Training connects technique with the songs and settings where the instrument comes alive.

  • Clear goals for every stage
  • Technique connected to real music
  • Guidance matched to age and pace
  • Preparation for confident performance

YOUR ROADMAP

Three stages. One clear direction.

STAGE 01

Find the two voices

  • Sitting position and hand placement
  • Open and closed strokes
  • Simple folk patterns
STAGE 02

Hold the song

  • Clearer tone and tempo control
  • Common accompaniment patterns
  • Transitions and variations
STAGE 03

Lead the energy

  • Faster and more complex patterns
  • Improvised variations and dynamics
  • Confident group accompaniment

IS THIS RIGHT FOR ME?

Start at your level.
Build from there.

Yes. Beginners first learn the two drum-head sounds, hand position, and easy repeating patterns.

Lessons are adapted to the learner’s age, pace, and goals. Admissions will match the student with an available instructor and confirm the teaching format.

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BEFORE YOUR FIRST LESSON

A few useful answers.

Can a complete beginner join?

Yes. Beginners first learn the two drum-head sounds, hand position, and easy repeating patterns.

Do I need my own dholak?

Ask admissions to confirm whether a dholak is available for the trial and what size or type is suitable for practice.

What are the fees and class timings?

Fees, batches, duration, and available times are confirmed personally by admissions for the selected branch and learning format.

YOUR FIRST STEP

Tradition in rhythm.
Energy in your hands.

Choose a preferred branch and time. The school will personally confirm the available trial slot.

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Dholak Classes lessons in Dwarka

Choose Dwarka Sector 7 at Ramphal Chowk Road or Dwarka Sector 22 at Manish Global Mall. Ask the branch to confirm your preferred teacher, batch, fees and trial time. Live online lessons are also available for learners across Delhi-NCR and beyond.

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