

One of our best teachers. Quality profile, experience in their field, verified qualifications and a great response time. Durgesh will be happy to arrange your first Percussion class.
Durgesh
One of our best teachers. Quality profile, experience in their field, verified qualifications and a great response time. Durgesh will be happy to arrange your first Percussion class.
- Rate ₹2,489
- Response 3h
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Number of students accompanied by Durgesh since their arrival at Superprof
Number of students accompanied by Durgesh since their arrival at Superprof

₹2,489/hr
1st class free
- Percussion
- Tabla
One of the leading Tabla players in the UK/Europe, a professionally trained Percussionist specialised in Tabla & Darbuka. With over 16 years of experience in teaching and performing both in India and
- Percussion
- Tabla
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One of our best tutors. Quality profile, experience in their field, verified qualifications and a great response time. Durgesh will be happy to arrange your first Percussion class.
About Durgesh
Durgesh Kanwal is a professionally trained percussionist specializing in Tabla and Darbuka. He holds a Sangeet Prabhakar in Tabla from Prayag Sangeet Samiti, Allahabad, and has completed an advanced 5-year Diploma in Tabla from India’s renowned Kathak Kendra, New Delhi, under the guidance of Guru Shri Govinda Chakraborty and Shri Nirmal Mondal Ji.
He further pursued a Master’s degree in Music from Indira Kala Sangeet Vishwavidyalaya (IKSVV), Khairagarh, Chhattisgarh, India. His second primary percussion instrument, the Darbuka, was learned under the mentorship of the esteemed Shri Suchet Malhotra Ji.
With years of experience, Durgesh has worked with prestigious institutions in New Delhi, including:
- Swranjali Sangeet Vidyalaya
- Swarg Sangeet Mahavidyalaya
- N.K. Bagrodia Public School
- Sangeet Bharti Mandi House
- Adarsh World School
- K.R. Mangalam School
- Kunskapskolan School
- Heritage Xperiential Learning School
He has contributed as a "Tabla Teacher, Performer, and Accompanist", shaping young musicians and promoting Hindustani classical music.
Durgesh has performed at esteemed venues such as "Kamani Auditorium" and "Meghdoot Auditorium" and has been an integral part of the global "ETHNO INDIA" project, representing India in international festivals. Additionally, he founded "Sabrang Music and Dance Group", a platform that unites "folk, traditional, and classical Indian music and dance" forms. This project showcases vibrant performances in "Kalbeliya, Ghoomar, Bharatnatyam, Kathak", and "Taal Vadya Kacheri (Percussion Ensemble)."
As a dedicated Tabla teacher and performer, Durgesh’s mission is to share the depth and beauty of "Hindustani classical music" with learners of all levels. His structured yet flexible teaching approach ensures that students develop a strong foundation in "technique, improvisation, and rhythmic expression". Whether you are a beginner or an advanced learner, he is committed to guiding you on your musical journey with "passion and precision".
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For over 16 years, I have been sharing my knowledge and expertise in Tabla and Darbuka, teaching students of all ages and abilities across the globe, from the UK, Europe, Brazil, Chile, to India. My specialisation lies in various styles of tabla playing, encompassing Classical, Semi-Classical, Light, and Fusion genres, as well as accompanying Kathak dance performances with rhythmic precision and finesse.
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Perfect! Durgesh is an excellent teacher, employing both classical methods of teaching the tabla and also customising the teaching experience for me and what I need in terms of practice areas. I had my doubts about having sessions online but the experience has proved to be fantastic - flexible and efficient - and it is something I look forward to. Thank you Durgesh!
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Perfect! Durgesh is a great teacher helping me get started on learning tabla. I have lessons to download and print. During tuition and after practice I get feedback and support to improve my playing. Tuition and guidance is more structured and useful than self learning for tabla and I recommend Durgesh as a tabla teacher.
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Perfect! Durgesh is a great teacher very patient and assesses what you need and runs a well structured class. Starting with traditional basic exercises which help with technique and speed.
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Durgesh is a fantastic teacher - full of knowledge and is extremely patient! His way of teaching is clear and he explains things very very well. Very happy with the lessons so far!
Durgesh is an exceptionally talented and versatile musician. I've had the pleasure of attending his drum circle sessions, where he's introduced me to a wide range of rhythms using instruments like the Djembe and Cajon.
I highly recommend Durgesh to anyone looking to explore and learn music in a creative and engaging way.
As a music teacher, he's patient, knowledgeable, and able to break down complex rhythms into easy-to-understand lessons. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced musician, he will help you unlock your full potential and develop a deeper appreciation for rhythm and music:)Highly recommend Durgesh sir as a tabla teacher. I improved my skills significantly in just a few classes. Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn from him!
Durgesh is extremely professional and a brilliant teacher.
Durgesh is a highly skilled and dedicated musician with whom I’ve had the pleasure of working at a school, teaching children aged 7 to 18. Throughout our time working together, I have seen his deep passion for music and his exceptional talent as a tabla player. He possesses the versatility to accompany a wide range of musical styles and has strong expertise in instruments like the darbuka and other world percussion. I highly recommend Durgesh to anyone looking to learn music from a knowledgeable and inspiring teacher.
Durgesh Sir is an exceptional Tabla teacher having knowledge of different styles of music like arabic and african, along with an amazing darbuka player cum teacher.
Highly recommended for anyone looking to master Tabla or Darbuka. :)A teacher who has years of practice and can explain the fundamentals clearly. Loved your classes sir.
Durgesh Kanwal is one of the best percussion tutors who I know. He is rooted in Hindustani classical music, with a solid and highly developed playing as a soloist of tabla and other instruments and has a versatile understanding of Western percussion playing. I know him since many years making music together with him in different Ethno Camps and in projects related to this way of music making. Besides his both strong solo and supportive accompany playing, he is a very gifted organizer with lots of experience in organizing Ethno Camps and having everything and everybody on his mind while handling a lots of things almost simultaneously with a calm and joyful manner.
I learned music from Durgesh sir and he is really a good teacher and a very humble human being. I always enjoyes his class and he is best in making the learning a fun activity.
He is the best️This huge personality I met through music is really supportive and encouraging. He is a man with a beautiful view of music and people.
I would really recommend such honest deeds to be our role models.Great teacher very passionate about music. Highly recommended if you want to learn Tabla
I'm really happy I've met Durgesh Kanwal for online musical tutorials back in 2020, when we were on lockdown. He has such an ease at combining Tabla with any style of music, is very open to your musical suggestions and has such creative ideas. It just blew my mind! He is also fun with a great attitude! I definitely recommend Durgesh for Tabla and percussion lessons. You'll get to meet someone wonderful.
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Durgesh Kanwal puts all his soul into tabla, he’s so talented! Also, he is teaching with a lot of kindness and patience. As a Western Europe trained musician, I can say his very own pedagogic approach makes it easy to understand tabla.
I’ve got the chance to perform with him on stage, it was very awesome! I’m looking forward for the next courses!Durgesh Kanwal has taught me Darbuka for over 3 years.
It has been a rewarding journey, his patience and reliability has made each class a joy. Durgeshes methodical approach to different drum patterns makes it easy to learn.
I am grateful for his guidance.Durgesh is soo talented as a musician and as a teacher. His hearing and visual skills online are really super abilities! Love every lesson, cant believe i am where i am soo quickly. Really didnt expect that. Love how he explains things in a variety of ways, his information really sticks. Thank you Durgesh
Durgesh sir is very well trained and passionate teacher with vast knowledge in his field. He have been a great performer and a teacher at the same time. He have lot of patience to deal with students of all age. A trustworthy mentor of all times. Thankful for his training and guidance,
Looking forward to classes for my younger son too.I’ve had the pleasure of working with this phenomenal percussion teacher and accomplished musician on multiple occasions. His exceptional talent and unparalleled teaching skills make each interaction a rewarding experience. Whether in a learning environment or a collaborative musical setting, his expertise shines through. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking to enhance their musical journey with a dedicated and skilled professional.
Happy learningI’ve known Durgesh for a while. He is an excellent teacher with great knowledge of Tabla and Darbuka. He makes learning fun and easy. The classes are well-structured and organised. I strongly recommend Durgesh in case someone wants to learn percussion.
Having personally witnessed Mr. Durgesh as a tutor, observing him nurture the artistic abilities of young minds in a percussion class has been a truly delightful experience for me too.
Mr. Durgesh is a amazing percussionist , with the amazing vibe with the students , I love the way he teachers and creates the bond the with the students and motivate them , He knows well how to build the interest and motivation throughout the journey . I must recommend him for all the students.
ThanksI started learning Darbuka from durgesh sir few months ago and very happy with his teaching style.
Such a good teacher highly recommendedDurgesh is an excellent darbuka teacher. Depending on how much you practice he works to your pace. Highly recommend!
I highly recommend my Durgesh Kanwal, my Djembe tutor! His passion, expertise, and patient teaching style have led to remarkable progress in just 3 months. The customized lessons and valuable feedback create a supportive and engaging learning environment for me.
Thank You Durgesh.I am learning Tabala from Durgesh from last one year. I am in UK and we are doing classes on zoom but I never felt that its video call not only because he is teaching excellent but he is very attentive and corrected my mistakes there and there itself. His vast knowledge, experience and passion about Tabala and darbuka is remarkable. His abroad experience make him rich in music to play Tabala and Darbuka with western instruments and make a great fusion.
From last year I learned lot of Tabala Kayda's, Taal's, Tukada's, Mukhada's and types of Rela's from him and lot more to learn from him.
I am 100% recommended him if anyone interested to learn Tabala and Darbuka.
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Makarand
Hi. I am an indian bansuri player and I know Durgesh and working with him for more that 5 years now! He is an amazing Percussionist and best teacher!
Very kind, always smiling and dedicated towards his work.
Highly recommended if you want to start you journey in music with durgesh!A person with great knowledge of all percussion instruments: Tabla, darbuka, djembe, cajon, etc.
He is someone you can approach for any genre of music.
A very flexible and experienced person to approach for learning.I have been learning Tabla from Durgesh Sir over 3 years now, He is a amazing personality, very calm, approachable, person and a incredible teacher!
I highly recommend learning from him!View more recommendations
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- ₹2,489
Pack prices
- 5h: ₹12,443
- 10h: ₹24,886
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free classes
This first free class with Durgesh will allow you to get to know each other and to specify the exact learning requirements for the upcoming classes.
- 30mins
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- Annual Package (48 Classes) - 999£
- Half-yearly (24 Classes) - 499£
- Quarterly (12 Classes) - 252 £
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