Behind the Rhythm
A Life In Beats.
The Foundation
Started in a church at age 6. Deeply rooted in the Guru-Shishya Parampara, training in Tabla under Guru Rajneesh Dhiman Ji & Pt. Biplab Bhattacharya Ji.
The Masters & Mentors
Studied Under
- Guru Rajneesh Dhiman JiGuru-Shishya Parampara
- Guru Vishal Mehta JiDisciple of Pt. Suresh Talwalkar Ji
- Gino BanksMumbai
Currently Studying
Masterclasses
Jojo Mayer, Benny Greb, Chris Coleman, & Justin Scott.
Academics
Trinity College
Grade 8 Drums Examination
Current Era
Teaching
Live
Visuals
In Action.
The Lineup
FACULTY.
VARDAAN BHOLA
Drummer • Rhythm Explorer • Performer
Connect↗From the heartbeat of Chandigarh’s music scene, Vardaan crafts rhythmic experience through intention, movement, and musical connection. Trained within a lineage of disciplined mentorship, Vardaan’s playing bridges groove-driven expression with deep rhythmic understanding.
- ✧Rooted in long-term mentorship with Mark — founder of Pitch & Pulse
- ✧Personal lessons with Gino Banks and Manoj Mavely (Musictek)
- ✧Continual independent study of global rhythm innovators — including Benny Greb, Matt Garstka, Jojo Mayer, Chris Coleman, Tommy Igoe, Anika Nilles
"crafting rhythm that is felt as much as heard."
Trinity College London — Grade 8 Drums (98% Distinction)
Whether performing, composing, or translating complex concepts into expressive phrasing, Vardaan’s focus is always on musical depth over spectacle
CONTACT
LET'S WORK.
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