About 4x4 Dhol

What is a Dhol?

The dhol is a large two-headed barrel-shaped wooden drum played with 2 sticks, a dagga which is played on the bass side, and a tilli which is played on the treble side. In India the drum skins are traditionally made of goat skin, however in England there have been some modifications, so that the treble is now played by many dhol players with a traditional English drum kit skin. This gives many of them a better sound, and a sharper contrast between the western sound and the traditional eastern sound.

4X4 Dhol Group

Established in 2001, 4X4 Dhol is a group of traditional Indian drummers that perform at many occasions. They support the 4X4 Bhangra Group, perform with DJs at parties and also perform at numerous festivals and shows around the country. The dhol group have made resounding appearances at events such as Vaisakhi and Diwali Festivals, charity events for BBC Children in Need and Kent Music Festivals.

Lessons are held in Gravesend and Medway taught by 4X4 Bhangra Group's, Bill Sandher. They have proven to be as popular as the bhangra classes and incorpate students of all ages.

In 2001 and 2002 the 4X4 Dhol Group have been busy performing at weddings and parties around the UK.