Zakir Hussain: A Legacy of Musical Excellence Inherited

Zakir Hussain was born on March 9, 1951, in Bombay, India.

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Zakir Hussain is the son of Ustad Allah Rakha Khan, a renowned tabla virtuoso.

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He began playing tabla as a child, studying under his father.

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Hussain started performing concerts at the age of seven and touring at twelve.

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The tabla is a traditional Indian instrument, with two distinct drums.

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Hussain balanced innovation with tradition, injecting global influences into Indian music.

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Tabla players must intuitively gauge other musicians’ moods and temperaments on stage.

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Hussain collaborated with global artists, earning Grammy and Cannes Film Festival recognition.

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