Suphala's versatility as an artist is derived from a combination of personal eclectic style with the adaptability of the tabla - an instrument that lends itself to virtually any style of music through its enormous range and sublime sound. Suphala's tabla sound has been sought after by several prominent artists and has led to collaborations with the likes of Perry Ferrell (Jane's Addiction), Lady Ms. Kier (Dee-Lite), 4Hero, Vernon Reid (Living Colour), Sussan Deyhim, Joan Osbourne, Vikter Duplaix, DJ Logic, DJ Fafu, Norah Jones, Sean Lennon, Harper Simon, Edie Brickell, Yuka Honda, and Timbaland. Suphala always loved the sound of the tabla and when she began her Indian classical training under the greatest tabla masters in the world, her passion for it only grew. Her tabla gurus, the late Ustad Allarakha and Ustad Zakir Hussain, have been a constant source of inspiration. The father and son took her in, and continue to reveal to her the true sound and complexity of this drum with its endless range and rhythmic possibilities. An Indian born and raised in America, Suphala travels to India every year to explore new depths of tabla and Indian sound. Suphala is well versed in both Western and Indian classical music, having studied the piano from the age of four. In performance, Suphala leads her own band of musicians to integrate varied genres and create a rich, emotive, and spontaneous live sound. Currently, the very talented violinist Mazz Swift and trombonist/ cellist Dana Leong perform in Suphala's group. The above info is from www.suphala.com

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