| The Dhol Academy | |
|---|---|
| Background information | |
| Also known as | DA |
| Origin | London, |
| Genres | Bhangra, World Music |
| Instruments | Dhol |
| Notable instruments | |
| Tumbi, Dholak, Tabla | |
A predominatly traditional Indian Punjabi Drum Group based and founded in London, currently holding classes and workshops whilst touring the United Kingdom with various shows and acts.
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Dhol Academy started as place to get youth off the streets and involve them with a culture which allows them to showcase their talents. Some of the original players are now involved within the musical environment. Dhol Academy is a traditional Indian Dhol drumming group and has a strong involvement with charities and good causes. Dhol academy perform annually at the Rise Festival which has a strong multicultural antiracial message for London.
Dhol Academy may be best known for its "in the Dhol Drums act" Which features the biggest Dhol in the world - this was created by Ajay Chhabra, who invited to the Dhol Academy to be part of his new show.
A processional music show, inspired by the north Indian dhol drum, created and directed by Ajay Chhabra with the Dhol Academy and Walk the Plank [4]. A giant, mobile dhol drum (3m x 5m) is processed through the street, flanked by drummers and 2 stilted characters that interact with the audience.