Behind The Rhythm
A Life In Beats.
The Foundation
A Journey That Began Inside A Church At The Age Of 6.
Rooted deeply in the traditional Guru–Shishya Parampara, the journey began long before the drum kit. Mark was initiated into Indian Classical music through the Tabla under Guru Rajneesh Dhiman Ji—a disciple of Guru Rupram Dhiman Ji—and later received advanced guidance from senior guru Pt. Biplab Bhattacharya Ji.
This phase was an education in how to truly live as a student of music. The training forged an unbreakable foundation in adaab (ethics and respect), the mental endurance required for structured, meaningful riyaaz (practice), and the ability to internalize rhythm both with and without an instrument.
Ultimately, these early years shaped the mindset, character, and deep sense of responsibility required to carry traditional musicality into modern expression.
Trinity College London
Grade 8 Drums Examination
A reflection of years spent refining discipline, precision, and musicality through relentless riyaaz.
Journey Through Masters
Classical
Roots.
Guru Rajneesh Dhiman Ji
Guru–Shishya Parampara
Pt. Biplab Bhattacharya Ji
Senior Classical Guidance
The training was never only about performance. It was about discipline, character, respect, and understanding music beyond the instrument.
Modern
Expansion.
Daio
African Rhythmic Studies
Guru Vishal Mehta Ji
Disciple of Pt. Suresh Talwalkar Ji
Gino Banks
Mumbai
Global influences from Jojo Mayer, Benny Greb, Chris Coleman, J. Schott, and modern rhythmic systems shaped a hybrid musical language where Indian rhythmic intelligence meets modern drum expression.
Current Era
Educator.
Founder.
Performer.
Years Teaching
Years Live
Mark School of Drums
Founder & Educator
Pitch & Pulse School of Music
Co-Founder
Shed Fest — Chandigarh
Founder
DAV College
Tabla Instructor
Philosophy
Music Is Not Learned.
It Is Lived.
The goal is not just to create drummers. It is to create musicians capable of emotional impact, clarity, depth, and truthful expression.
“Technique can impress.
But true music leaves an impact.”
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
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