Learn Indian Classical Music from a Master Who Still Performs with Legends
Whether you're 5 or 75, a complete beginner or returning to your roots—your journey with Indian classical music starts here.
What Makes Our Music Classes Different?
This isn't a Zoom recording or a local hobbyist teaching in their garage. This is the real deal.
Learn from Living Mastery
Shankh Lahiri isn't just a teacher—he's an active touring musician who performs with India's greatest artists. When he teaches a taal, it's the same technique he uses on stages from Chicago to Mumbai.
What this means for you:
You're learning from someone who lives this music, not someone who learned it once and stopped growing.
Designed for Your Journey
Whether you're a parent enrolling your 5-year-old, a 30-year-old exploring your heritage, or a 60-year-old trying something new—our classes meet you where you are.
What this means for you:
No pressure to become a professional. You learn at your pace, for your reasons—whether that's cultural connection, personal joy, or serious skill-building.
Rooted in the Guru-Shishya Tradition
Indian classical music isn't learned from textbooks. It's passed down through deep, personal mentorship—the guru-shishya parampara. Shankh brings this sacred tradition to Tampa Bay.
What this means for you:
You're not just a student number. You're part of a lineage—a tradition that has shaped India's greatest musicians for centuries.
Choose Your Path: Tabla or Hindustani Classical Vocals
Two distinct programs, one shared foundation: tradition, technique, and transformation.
Tabla Classes
"The heartbeat of Indian classical music"
What You'll Learn
Master the tabla—the mesmerizing hand drum that drives Indian classical music. From foundational strokes (bols) to complex rhythmic cycles (taals), you'll develop technique, timing, and the confidence to accompany vocalists or instrumentalists.
Curriculum Highlights
Foundational bols (Na, Tin, Dha, Dhin, Ge, Ke, etc.)
Rhythm cycles (Teental, Jhaptal, Rupak, Ektaal)
Improvisation techniques (Kaida, Rela, Tukra)
Accompaniment skills for vocal and instrumental music
Performance preparation (if desired)
Music theory grounded in Indian classical tradition
Who This Is For
Beginners with no musical background
Kids & teens (ages 8+) exploring rhythm and focus
Adults seeking a meditative, creative practice
Musicians from other traditions wanting to expand their rhythmic vocabulary
Heritage learners reconnecting with cultural roots
Class Format
In-Person
📍 Tampa location
🗓️ Weekly 1-hour sessions
👥 Small group or private
Online
💻 Live Zoom sessions
🗓️ Flexible scheduling
👥 Private lessons
Private Lessons: $160/month (4 sessions)
Group Classes: $120/month (4 sessions)
Members receive priority scheduling • Payment plans available
Hindustani Classical Vocal
"Find your voice in centuries-old tradition"
What You'll Learn
Explore Hindustani classical vocals—the soul-stirring art of ragas, intricate melodic patterns, and emotional expression. From foundational breath work to complex improvisations, you'll discover the beauty of the human voice as instrument.
Curriculum Highlights
Voice training & breath control (essential foundation)
Raga basics (understanding melodic frameworks)
Sargam practice (Indian solfège: Sa Re Ga Ma...)
Alaap, taan, and improvisation (expressive techniques)
Bandish (traditional compositions)
Performance skills (stage presence, confidence)
Who This Is For
Beginners with a love of singing (no experience required)
Teens & adults seeking creative expression
Yoga practitioners & meditators drawn to sound and breath
Classical music lovers wanting to understand ragas from the inside
Heritage learners preserving cultural connection through song
Class Format
In-Person
📍 Tampa location
🗓️ Weekly 1-hour sessions
👥 Small group or private
Online
💻 Live Zoom sessions
🗓️ Flexible scheduling
👥 Private lessons
Private Lessons: $160/month (4 sessions)
Group Classes: $120/month (4 sessions)
Members receive priority scheduling • Payment plans available
Learn from Shankh Lahiri: Master Performer & Dedicated Teacher
Credentials
Shankh Lahiri is a third-generation master musician trained in both tabla and Hindustani classical vocals.
Senior disciple of Pandit Nayan Ghosh (sitar maestro)
Advanced training under Pandit Sandeep Dev (Kolkata)
Performed with Pandit Jasraj, Ustad Shujaat Khan, Rakesh Chaurasia
Active touring artist with WAHH (World Fusion Band)
Former faculty: Pandit Jasraj School of Music Foundation, Tampa
"I teach the same way I was taught—with patience, respect, and a deep belief that anyone can learn this beautiful art form. Whether you're 8 or 80, music has a place for you."
Getting Started Is Easy
No pressure, no commitment—just show up and see if it's right for you.
Book Your Free Trial
Click the button below, pick tabla or vocals, and choose your preferred time. We'll confirm within 24 hours.
Show Up & Experience
Come to your trial class (in-person or online). No instruments required—we provide everything for your first session.
Decide Your Path
Love it? Enroll in weekly classes. Not sure yet? No problem—there's zero pressure.
What to Expect in Your First Class
Warm welcome from Shankh—he'll ask about your goals and musical background
Hands-on introduction to instrument or vocal technique
Play/sing something simple by the end of the session
Q&A time to ask anything about the program
No sales pressure—just pure music exploration
Free trial class (no credit card required)
All skill levels welcome
Flexible scheduling
No long-term commitment
Instruments provided for trial
Month-to-month enrollment
What Tampa Bay Music Lovers Are Saying
From students to lifelong music enthusiasts—hear why our community keeps coming back
Meet Shankh Lahiri - World-Touring Tabla Master
A third-generation musician and son of visionary sitarist Shri Rabindranath Lahiri, Shankh is a devoted disciple of tabla maestro Pandit Nayan Ghosh and the founder of Tampa Bay's Shruti Foundation cultural events series. He has performed Indian classical music on stages across India and the United States alongside legendary artists such as Pt. Jasraj, Ustad Shujaat Khan, Ustad Shahid Parvez, Rakesh Chaurasia, and Selva Ganesh. From the Chicago Jazz Festival to Raga Live NYC and intimate Tampa concert venues, Shankh brings world-class artistry to every performance, sharing that same deep devotion with his students.
Meet Shankh Lahiri - World-Touring Tabla Master
A third-generation musician and son of visionary sitarist Shri Rabindranath Lahiri, Shankh is a devoted disciple of tabla maestro Pandit Nayan Ghosh and the founder of Tampa Bay's Shruti Foundation cultural events series. He has performed Indian classical music on stages across India and the United States alongside legendary artists such as Pt. Jasraj, Ustad Shujaat Khan, Ustad Shahid Parvez, Rakesh Chaurasia, and Selva Ganesh. From the Chicago Jazz Festival to Raga Live NYC and intimate Tampa concert venues, Shankh brings world-class artistry to every performance, sharing that same deep devotion with his students.
Questions About Music Classes?
Absolutely not! Many of our students are complete beginners. Shankh designs each lesson to meet you exactly where you are.
We teach ages 5 to 75+. Our youngest student is 8, our oldest is 72. Music has no age limit!
Not for your trial class! We provide instruments for your first session. If you decide to continue, we'll help you find an affordable beginner tabla (or you can continue borrowing ours initially).
Both! We offer in-person classes at our Tampa location and live online classes via Zoom. You choose what works best for you.
It varies by student and practice time, but many students perform at our community events within 6–12 months. There's no pressure—you perform when you're ready.
We recommend one 1-hour class per week plus 15–30 minutes of daily practice. But we're flexible—learn at your own pace.
Yes! Some students eventually explore both. We're here to support your musical journey, however it evolves.
Your First Class Is Free. What Are You Waiting For?
No experience required. No pressure. Just you, the music, and a master teacher who believes you can do this.
✓ Free trial—no credit card required
✓ Choose in-person (Tampa) or online
✓ All ages & skill levels welcome
✓ Month-to-month—no long-term contracts
Uniting the World through the Power of Music & Dance
Getting a discounted annual membership is the best way to connect with all of our events throughout the year.
Your contribution sustainably supports the artist community and furthers our mission.
Quick Links
© Copyright 2026. Shruti Foundation. All Rights Reserved.
