Bandish - Tanpura & Tabla: Elevate Your Indian Classical Music Practice
Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, Bandish is your ultimate companion for Indian classical vocal training. With rich, authentic Tanpura and Tabla sounds, this app transforms your Riyaz (practice) sessions into immersive musical experiences. Bandish is designed to cater to students and professionals alike, offering an intuitive interface, powerful features, and professional-level sound quality.
Key Features:
Studio-Quality Sound: Experience the rich, resonating tones of professionally recorded Tanpura and Tabla. Each sound has been carefully crafted to mimic the authenticity of live instruments.
Seamless Adjustments: Adjust pitch, volume, tempo, and octave on the fly without interrupting your audio flow. This flexibility is essential for musicians who demand precision during practice or performance.
Over 30 Taals & 200+ Variations: Explore a vast collection of taals like Teentaal, Dadra, Ektaal, and more, with multiple variations to suit every performance style. Stay in sync with real-time Theka display as you practice.
Customizable Tanpura: Personalize your Tanpura to match your preferred shruti, ensuring a harmonious drone throughout your performance. Choose between slower or faster Tanpura speeds to suit your vocal practice needs.
Boosted Tabla Volume: By popular demand, we’ve increased the Tabla's volume, perfect for vocal accompaniment and stage performances.
Haptic Feedback Control: Disable or enable haptic feedback to create a smoother, more natural experience during your practice sessions.
Extended Features for Advanced Users:
Favorite Taals for Easy Access: Mark your most-used taals for quick access during practice.
Displayed Thekas: Visualize the tabla Thekas on the home screen for the current taal, and switch between variations with ease.
Uninterrupted Playback: Continue your practice without interruptions, even while multitasking with other apps, thanks to Bandish’s background play feature.
Push Notification Reminders: Never miss a Riyaz session again with our push notification reminders, keeping you disciplined and consistent in your practice.
Beat Counter: Improve your rhythm and timing with our precise beat counter, ensuring you stay on beat during every taal.
Why Choose Bandish?
Bandish goes beyond just offering Tanpura and Tabla sounds. It is designed with a deep understanding of the Indian classical music tradition. Whether you’re preparing for a concert or just practicing at home, Bandish brings you closer to your music. With over 30 taals, shruti control, and real-time Theka display, Bandish is more than just a practice tool; it’s a full-fledged companion for vocalists and instrumentalists alike.
Ideal for Vocalists, Instrumentalists, and Composers:
Professional Sound Quality: Bandish’s professionally recorded Tanpura and Tabla sounds offer unmatched clarity and depth.
Tabla Accompaniment: Synchronize your vocal practice with perfectly timed tabla accompaniment. The tabla adapts to your chosen taal and rhythm, providing an authentic concert-like experience.
Customizable Settings: Personalize your Tanpura and Tabla settings to meet your specific practice requirements. Control shruti, tempo, volume, and pitch with precision.
Additional Features:
Lock Screen & Notification Center Controls: Manage playback directly from your lock screen or notification center for seamless practice.
Accessibility-Friendly Design: Bandish is designed with accessibility in mind, ensuring that users of all abilities can benefit from its powerful features.
Crash Fixes & Performance Improvements: The latest update brings faster performance, fewer crashes, and smoother navigation, making sure you focus on your music, not the app.
Download Bandish Today
Whether you’re a beginner seeking guidance or a professional honing your skills, Bandish brings the best of Tanpura, Tabla, and Shruti accompaniment to your iPhone or iPad.