Zakir Hussain Death: Renowned Tabla Maestro Passes Away At 73 After Suffering From Heart Ailments
Zakir Hussain Death: Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain passed away on December 15 due to severe heart complications. He had been admitted to the ICU of a San Francisco hospital prior to his demise, as confirmed by his close friend and flautist, Rakesh Chaurasia. Legendary tabla virtuoso Zakir Hussain had been admitted to a hospital in San Francisco, USA, following complications related to a heart condition. Reports suggested his condition was critical. The maestro had been battling heart issues for several years and underwent a stent procedure nearly two years ago due to a blockage. Condolences pour in for Zakir Hussain Mourning the demise of the tabla maestro, Colonel Rajyavardhan Rathore tweeted, "Ustad Zakir Hussain’s extraordinary mastery of the tabla has created a timeless legacy in the world of music. My deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the countless admirers whose lives he touched with his artistry. His rhythms will echo in our hearts forever." Ustad Zakir Hussain’s extraordinary mastery of the tabla has created a timeless legacy in the world of music. My deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the countless admirers whose lives he touched with his artistry. His rhythms will echo in our hearts forever.… pic.twitter.com/FEiWUwwyBA — Col Rajyavardhan Rathore (@Ra_THORe) December 15, 2024 About Zakir Hussain Zakir Hussain, son of the late legendary tabla player Ustad Alla Rakha Khan, had been a prominent figure in both Indian and international music. Starting his journey with the tabla at the age of seven, he began performing across India by the time he was 12. Over the years, he has left an indelible mark with his contributions to Indian classical music and world music. He composed and performed for numerous acclaimed Indian and international films, enhancing their music with his unparalleled tabla skills. About four decades ago, Zakir Hussain relocated to San Francisco with his family, where he continued to live and contribute to the global music scene. Zakir Hussain received numerous national and international accolades during his illustrious career. The Government of India honoured him with prestigious civilian awards, including the Padma Shri in 1988, the Padma Bhushan in 2002, and the Padma Vibhushan in 2023. In 1990, he was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, the highest honour in Indian music. Globally, his collaborative musical project, Global Drum Project, won the Grammy Award in the Contemporary World Music Album category at the 51st Grammy Awards in 2009. Zakir Hussain had been nominated for the Grammy Awards seven times, winning four of them. Known for his extraordinary talent and dedication, Zakir Hussain had been a beacon in the world of music, inspiring generations of musicians and music enthusiasts.
Zakir Hussain Death: Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain passed away on December 15 due to severe heart complications. He had been admitted to the ICU of a San Francisco hospital prior to his demise, as confirmed by his close friend and flautist, Rakesh Chaurasia.
Legendary tabla virtuoso Zakir Hussain had been admitted to a hospital in San Francisco, USA, following complications related to a heart condition. Reports suggested his condition was critical. The maestro had been battling heart issues for several years and underwent a stent procedure nearly two years ago due to a blockage.
Condolences pour in for Zakir Hussain
Mourning the demise of the tabla maestro, Colonel Rajyavardhan Rathore tweeted, "Ustad Zakir Hussain’s extraordinary mastery of the tabla has created a timeless legacy in the world of music. My deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the countless admirers whose lives he touched with his artistry. His rhythms will echo in our hearts forever."
Ustad Zakir Hussain’s extraordinary mastery of the tabla has created a timeless legacy in the world of music. My deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the countless admirers whose lives he touched with his artistry. His rhythms will echo in our hearts forever.… pic.twitter.com/FEiWUwwyBA — Col Rajyavardhan Rathore (@Ra_THORe) December 15, 2024
About Zakir Hussain
Zakir Hussain, son of the late legendary tabla player Ustad Alla Rakha Khan, had been a prominent figure in both Indian and international music. Starting his journey with the tabla at the age of seven, he began performing across India by the time he was 12. Over the years, he has left an indelible mark with his contributions to Indian classical music and world music.
He composed and performed for numerous acclaimed Indian and international films, enhancing their music with his unparalleled tabla skills. About four decades ago, Zakir Hussain relocated to San Francisco with his family, where he continued to live and contribute to the global music scene.
Zakir Hussain received numerous national and international accolades during his illustrious career. The Government of India honoured him with prestigious civilian awards, including the Padma Shri in 1988, the Padma Bhushan in 2002, and the Padma Vibhushan in 2023. In 1990, he was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, the highest honour in Indian music.
Globally, his collaborative musical project, Global Drum Project, won the Grammy Award in the Contemporary World Music Album category at the 51st Grammy Awards in 2009. Zakir Hussain had been nominated for the Grammy Awards seven times, winning four of them.
Known for his extraordinary talent and dedication, Zakir Hussain had been a beacon in the world of music, inspiring generations of musicians and music enthusiasts.
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