knowledge of time signatures and basic patterns for 4/4 and 3/4 (know the primary rhythm as distinct from the secondary "reverse" rhythms)

basic understanding of time signatures and song forms

ability to make "open" and "closed" sounds

can play different feels (straight 8ths, triplet feel)

can play along with SRF chant recordings, as well as with a metronome

can ascertain the tempo of a chant from the leader's introduction to join at the proper tempo and feel

follow the leader's changes in tempo without "pushing" or "dragging" them

can follow the leader through tempo and dynamic changes (louder & softer as needed)

can work with kirtan leader to learn odd time signature chants such as Blue Lotus Feet, Land Beyond Dreams, No Birth No Death, What Lightning Flash

ability to play with rhythmic precision while playing quietly

willing to take feedback and interested to improve and develop both individually and with the group

incorporate double-feel rhythms

can tastefully play variations on the basic rhythms

same as above for cymbals

tastefully incorporate flourishes such as trills and accents

occasional use of other instruments such as chimes, shakers, mallet-bells, cabasa

same as above for cymbals, using basic Keharwa patterns and tasteful variations

ability to play tasteful fills to enhance the chant

incorporate subtle changes in the groove for different sections of the chant to enhance the song form