Q780
Which Gharana is famous for Tabla players?
A.
Khurja Gharana
B.
Shahjahanpur Gharana
C.
Etawah Gharana
D.
Ajrara Gharana
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
Ajrara gharana or Ajrada gharana founded by Kallu Khan and Meeru Khan is one of the six main traditional schools in tabla drum. The distinctiveness of this Gharana is the use of complex Bols and Meend. Pakhawaj bols are rare. The stress is on Ad and Barabar laya. It specializes in the three-time pattern.