Rajna gives workshops and clinics to larger groups at schools, universities, and percussion events. Below are brief descriptions of the topics frequently covered.
Introduction to South Indian Rhythm
- An overview of fundamental South Indian rhythmic concepts
- Interactive introduction to tala-s (time cycles clapped by hand) and konnakol (recited rhythmic language)
- Presented to Western musicians/percussionists with conceptual parallels drawn with Western classical notation and pedagogy
Laya
- Practical exercises in applying rhythmic concepts in traditional music practice and performance
- Introduction to organized visual models and techniques for conceptualizing tala-s (time cycles) and gathi-s (subdivisions)
- For Carnatic musicians and Bharatanatyam dancers
Gender/Percussion
- Overview of the cultural history of female mrudangam artists and female percussionists in general in South India
- Discussion of experience and factors in breaking the gender barrier
- Exploration of 'masculine' and 'feminine' qualities of the mrudangam
