In a time when meditation music is often associated with soft ambient pads and slow drones, tabla artist and composer Tanay Rege offers a refreshing and unconventional approach with his new original instrumental track ‘AntarNaad – Exploring the Sounds Within’.
Unlike typical mindfulness compositions, AntarNaad places the tabla at the centre of the meditative experience, using rhythm — not silence — to create a trance-like state of inner focus. The title AntarNaad literally translates to “the sound within,” and the track is designed to be felt as much as it is heard.
Inspired by the scientific foundations of Indian classical music, Tanay builds the composition around the traditional tabla form Peshkar, where rhythmic phrases unfold gradually and cyclically, drawing the listener into a hypnotic flow. A recurring phrase (mukhda/aamad) subtly anchors the listener, creating anticipation and familiarity — much like a heartbeat.
Speaking about the concept, Tanay shares,
“Tabla is usually seen as a fast or technical instrument. With AntarNaad, I wanted to explore whether rhythm itself can create calm, stillness, and a meditative impact.”
The track also features flute by Adwait Kashikar, adding a gentle melodic layer that deepens the meditative mood, while sound design by Omkar Agnihotri creates a spacious, immersive sonic environment.
Rooted in ancient rhythmic principles such as Chhand Shastra, AntarNaad presents a modern interpretation of Indian classical wisdom — showing how percussion can become a tool for mindfulness, healing, and inner awareness.
Release Details:
Title: AntarNaad – Exploring the Sounds Within
Release Date: 15 February 2026
Duration: 5 minutes 10 seconds
Available on: Spotify, Amazon Music, JioSaavn, YouTube Music
Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/track/36W1RIz5PkOEvpW6UgGzOP
About the Artist
Tanay Rege is a distinguished tabla artist and composer, trained under Guru Shri Praveen Karkare and currently under the guidance of Pt. Yogesh Samsi of the Punjab Gharana. A B-High Grade artist of All India Radio, Tanay has performed at prestigious international platforms including Esplanade (Singapore), Venice Biennale Art Festival (Italy), and the Ganga–Cauvery Festival (Doha, Qatar).
He has performed at the G20 Summit in the presence of the Honourable Prime Minister of India and has contributed to the National Award-winning short film The First Film. His work also includes performances for Bollywood films, ad films, and global collaborations through an Indo-Flamenco ensemble.
Artist Links
Website: www.tanayrege.com
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@tanayregeofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tanay_tabla
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