Group Tabla Lessons
Group lessons are offered for both adults and kids on a semester basis. Group lessons last one hour. See the Lessons page for additional details. PLEASE NOTE: to support the students’ development, parents are asked not to join any of the lessons (unless they to are a student). Parents may join after each lesson has ended to ask questions or share information.
Lesson Try Out
If you are not sure if you or your child would like to take the classes or would be of suitable age to begin the classes, a 30 minute “try out” can be arranged for a fee of $40, paid in advance by cash or check. If you decide to enroll in classes, the $40 is applied towards the course fees.
Group Tabla Lessons and Fees
Students of all levels are welcome and encouraged to take group lessons. A group tabla class usually consists of 4-6 students who are approximately at the same skill level. This is a great way to learn about the tabla and meet other tabla students in your area. It is preferred that lesson fees are paid in total at the first class. For those unable to pay in advance, the fee structure is based on the semester schedule payable in 2 installments during the semester as described in the table below. Payments by check payable to SIPM. A $50 establishment fee (for room rental, recital costs, etc) will be due upon payment of Lesson fees.
Semester |
# of Lessons |
Total $ |
Installment 1 |
Fall 2020 |
15 |
$500 |
$250 first class |
Spring 2021 |
15 |
$500 |
$300 first class |
Summer 2021 |
8 |
$275 |
$150 first class |