Egyptian percussionists give ancient instrument a new lease of life - in pictures

The tabla drum is experiencing a revival among musicians in the region

EGYPT-ENTERTAINMENT-MUSIC

"Tabla" drum instructor Mostafa Bakkar gives a lesson at his studio in Egypt's capital Cairo on March 28, 2022. - Many Egyptians associate the tabla drum with belly dancers and seedy nightclubs but, despite its image problem, percussionists are giving the ancient instrument a new lease of life. (Photo by Khaled DESOUKI / AFP)

May 25, 2022

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