Student Initiation Ceremony - Bruce John Wahab & Sukhvinder Singh 'Pinky' | Tabla Solo Duet

The ritual of Ganda Bandhan in the North Indian musical culture is almost always a deeply spiritual experience, bordering on the surreal, not only for the student and the teacher but also for those present at the event. Ganda is the thread used in the ceremony and Bandhan refers to the act of the tying of it. Ganda Bandhan is regarded by musicians, musicologists and music lovers to be the most important and auspicious ritual in the North Indian classical music tradition. Following the ceremony it is customary for the Guru and Shishya (Student) to perform a short recital. Sukhvinder Singh (Tabla) Bruce John Wahab (Tabla) Walhi Wahab (Harmonium Nagma) Sukhvinder Singh “Pinky” is one of India’s most dynamic percussionists who is recognized worldwide for his unique style of playing, technical prowess and stage presence. Web: www.sukhvinderpinky.com Facebook: @sukhvinderpinky Instagram: @sukhvinderpinky All Rights Reserved ©2016 Sukhvinder Singh Pinky