For Tabla we have terms and definitions in 2 topics. The topics are Music and Tabla.

Tabla (Music)

A set of two small tuned drums used in North Indian music. The left hand plays the larger of the two drums, the "Bayan", which has a lower pitch. After striking the drum with the tips of the fingers, the note is "bent" up by pressing down with the heel of the hand, tightening the drum head. The right hand plays elaborate patterns on the smaller drum, the "Tabla," which has a higher, fixed pitch.

Tabla (Tabla)

1) The pair of Indian hand drums. 2) The right hand drum of the pair. 3) The Arabic word for any drum.

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