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Hom Nath Upadhyaya is a renowned Nepali tabla maestro celebrated for his mastery of classical, semi‑classical, and folk rhythms. Trained in the rich traditions of Hindustani classical music, he became one of Nepal’s most influential percussionists, p...

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Hom Nath Upadhyaya is a renowned Nepali tabla maestro celebrated for his mastery of classical, semi‑classical, and folk rhythms. Trained in the rich traditions of Hindustani classical music, he became...

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Full NameHom Nath Upadhyaya
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Musicians & Instrumentalists
Tabla Players
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Active Since1970

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56 yrs

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