Raimund Engelhardt

A Virtuoso of Global Rhythms

Raimund Engelhardt is a distinguished musician known for his mastery across genres including classical North Indian Tabla, jazz, and fado. He is currently working on a textbook detailing the tradition, history, and cross-genre applications of the Tabla.

Integration into the Iberian Music Scene

Since moving to Portugal in 2001, Raimund has become a significant figure in the Iberian music scene. He has collaborated with renowned Portuguese and Spanish musicians, including the guitar project “Las Guitarras Locas,” jazz greats like Carlos Martins and the late Bernardo Sassetti, and fado legends such as Antonio Chainho. He co-founded the quartet “Danae & os novos crioulos” with Cabo Verdean singer Danae Estrella, producing the album Cafuca and touring Africa and Europe.

Global Collaborations and Academic Achievements

Raimund holds a Bachelor and Master of Music from Bathkande College of Hindustani Music, both with “first class distinction.” His extensive career includes teaching at the Open Jazz House School in Cologne and performances in prestigious venues like the Philharmonie in Cologne with Ornette Coleman.

At the Global Music Academy Raimund offers lessons in Tabla for students from all ages and music levels.