On July 25th, after an extended period away, Talavya (formerly Tabla Ecstasy) performed for their hometown during the Rhythm Riders Guru Poornima concert.

Concluding the program was internationally known contemporary tabla ensemble Talavya (formerly Tabla Ecstasy), comprised of Rushi Vakil, Kaumil Shah, Sahil Patel and Rahul Shrimali.  After performing all over India, in Canada, USA, Hong Kong, Dubai and more, the Ahmedabad based group was back to play for its hometown.  One could easily understand how they mesmerized audiences of all nationalities and felt proud that this group was representing Gujarat and Indian music with their work.  The brotherhood between the four tabla players was evident in their synchronized fast-paced performance.   When they finished, it was hard to consider going home.

As one audience member announced to the hall, the stream of rhythm that flowed throughout the evening overpowered the rainfall outdoors.  It was an evening that all would remember and a wonderful tribute to the power of Indian classical music and the work of a maestro who sacrificed his career as a performer to dedicate himself to teaching and composing - Tabla Guru Pandit Divyang Vakil.  With guru like him imparting the wisdom of classical music, indeed there is a bright future ahead.