I am a New York based tabla player and work across different music genre (Indian Classical, Semi Classical, Ghazal, Middle Eastern, Jazz, Hip hop, Chamber Music, World Music, Fusion/Cross-over music etc.)
Based on your need and expectation, I can play solo or cater high-quality live duo/trio/ensemble sets for Baithak (saloon) events, weddings, corporate events, private functions, parties, lecture demonstrations, and various other events. Our ensemble features the melodious tones of Tabla, Sitar, Shehnai, Sarod, Vocalist, Bansuri flute, Ney Flute, Bass Guitar, Sarengi etc. To better assist you, please specify the type of music service you require for your event.
Mir sahib and his accompanying sitar player were on time and provided wonderful music to make our event classy. All the guests complimented me for making an excellent choice. Bride & Groom and my entire family is thankful to Mir sahib for making the day unforgettable.
Response from Raga Musician, Tabla Player Mir:
It was my pleasure to be a part of the wedding celebration of Khan Family. Mr and Mrs Khan were great host and made sure we were all set for the evening. I appreciate the courtesy they have extended to me.
I had the good fortune to play with Mir at a concert at the Hammond Museum in North Salem. NY. He was phenomenal, it was such a pleasure to play with him. I hope there would be other occasions like this in the future.
Price Range: $600 and up
Gig Length: 10 - 150 minutes
Languages: English, Hindi, Bengali
Depending on your event type and needs, I am happy to customize the music sets. Different standard options can be:
1. Tabla Solo
2. Instrument Duo (Tabla and Sitar/Sarod/Flute/Shehnai/Indian Guitar/Santoor etc)
3. Instrument Trio (Tabla and Sitar/Sarod/Flute/Shehnai/Indian Guitar/Santoor etc)
4. Ghazal/Singing Ensemble
5. World Music/Jazz/Cross over Ensemble
Mir Naqibul Islam is a highly sought after tabla player based in New York. He has been studying tabla for 28+ years and performing professionally for 16+years. Mir has trained in the traditional guru-shisya style of Indian Classical music from Pt. Ashoke Paul, disciple of the great tabla guru Pt. Jnan Prakash Ghosh. He performs regularly with musicians from a wide variety of other genres, bringing tabla to Jazz, Middle-Eastern music and other contexts. By listening, learning and playing with musicians from around the globe, Mir is developing a unique musical aesthetic bringing together the musical influences of traditional Farukhabad style tabla and 21st century New York. Mir has studied with Pt. Gopal Mishra and Pt. Suresh Talwalkar in past and continuing his talim with the great Farukhabad Grand Master Pt Anindo Chatterjee and Pt. Ashoke Paul.
Indoor Events: Please ensure a 8ft x 4ft platform or a clean rug for two performers at indoor events. Seating is required during performances.
Outdoor Events: For outdoor events, a 8ft x 4ft platform and overhead sun cover must be provided by the client or event planner to protect our instruments. We regret that if outdoor conditions do not meet these requirements, we cannot perform, and refunds will not be issued.
Equipment Rental: The microphones, stand, speakers etc. are available for rent separately
| June 08, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| October 08, 2023 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Live performance with a Vocalist |
Microphone and stands
PA Speakers and sound mixing board
Riser platform
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