Post #7 2018–“On the Wrong Rela (Rail)” Randall Jamrok Tabla Solo in Ektaal

My latest recording, "On the Wrong Rela (Rail)" is a tabla solo in Ektaal (12 beats). The theme is being on the wrong train, which often happens to me in the city of Chicago. Also, being on the wrong metaphorical train relating to life in general, as everyone finds themselves once in a while. The tabla … Continue reading Post #7 2018–“On the Wrong Rela (Rail)” Randall Jamrok Tabla Solo in Ektaal

Post #6: Ra – Ra – Sis Boom Dha – self-composed Tukras, in all taals

This is a tukra composition I wrote based on a popular Western cheerleading chant (based on the sounds of a firecracker) originally from 1867, see also. My Grandma used to quote the Polish version: Ra - Ra - Sis Boom Bah, hit em on the head with a Keilbasa.  I thought the syllables and history were … Continue reading Post #6: Ra – Ra – Sis Boom Dha – self-composed Tukras, in all taals