1-Day Madal Class in Kathmandu with Take-Home Traditional Drum

1 Day Round trip from Kathmandu Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Learn to play Nepal's traditional Madal drum
02 Meet and learn from a local Nepali musician
03 Discover the history and cultural importance of the Madal
04 Practice basic beats and traditional rhythms
05 Enjoy a hands-on cultural experience
06 Suitable for beginners with no musical experience
07 Receive a Madal to take home as a gift
08 Create a unique cultural memory from Nepal

Dive into Kathmandu's vibrant musical heritage with a hands-on traditional Madal class led by a local musician. Learn about the Madal's construction, history, and role in Nepali folk music, then watch a live demonstration of essential hand positions, striking techniques, and traditional rhythms. Practice basic beats and simple rhythmic patterns, play along with traditional Nepali music, and discover how the Madal brings energy to festivals and community celebrations. At the end of the experience, take home your own Madal so you can continue practicing after your trip.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Kathmandu

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Traditional Madal Class with Cultural Introduction

Introduction to the Madal
Meet your local musician and receive a short introduction to the Madal, including its construction, history, and role in Nepali music.

Demonstration
Watch your instructor demonstrate basic hand positions, striking techniques, and traditional rhythms.

Hands-On Madal Class
Practice the basic beats under the guidance of your instructor. Learn simple rhythmic patterns and try playing along with traditional Nepali music.

Cultural Interaction
Learn about Nepali folk music and how the Madal is used during festivals, celebrations, and community gatherings.

Madal Gift
At the end of the experience, receive a Madal to take home as a souvenir and continue practicing after your trip.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kathmandu 1 city · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Madal class with a local musician
Traditional music and cultural introduction
Hands-on practice session
One Madal to take home
Instructor/guide
Drinking water
Applicable taxes

What's Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off, unless selected
Meals and drinks not mentioned
Personal expenses
Additional musical instruments
Travel insurance

What to bring

Comfortable clothing
Water bottle
Camera or smartphone
Enthusiasm to learn and participate

Know before you go

No previous musical experience is required.
The class is suitable for beginners and families.
The duration may vary depending on the selected package.
The Madal provided as a gift may vary slightly in size, design, and finish depending on availability.
Please arrive a few minutes before the scheduled class.

Logistics