Zakir Hussain's mom didn't want him to play the tabla
Tuesday, 17 December 2024 () Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, renowned for globalizing Indian classical music, passed away at 73 due to a chronic lung condition. His family confirmed his passing, highlighting his impact as a musician and cultural ambassador. Hussain's journey to musical icon status faced early resistance from his mother, who prioritized a secure future for him outside of music.
Zakir Hussain, the legendary tabla maestro and one of the most revered musicians in the world, has passed away at the age of 73 in San Francisco, where he had been undergoing treatment in the ICU due to heart-related issues. Known for his virtuosity and contributions to both Indian classical music...
Sivamani, an Indian percussionist, attended a prayer meeting at Mumbai's Shanmukhananda Auditorium to commemorate the life and legacy of the legendary Padma Vibhushan Ustad Zakir Hussain, which was..
Lalit Pandit attended the prayer meeting at the Shanmukhananda Auditorium in Mumbai to commemorate the life and lasting legacy of the legendary Padma Vibhushan Ustad Zakir Hussain organized by renowned..
The family of the renowned tabla maestro Ustad Allah Rakha Sahab, which included Ustad Fazal Qureshi and Ustad Taufiq Qureshi, organized a heartfelt and poignant prayer meet at the Shanmukhananda..