Zakir-bhai was fond of the tonal quality of Kolkata tabla: Prodyut Mukherjee

Dec 17, 2024, at 09:51 am

Calling the passing away of tabla legend Zakir Hussain as one of the saddest day of Indian classical music, noted Kolkata-based percussionist Pt. Prodyut Mukherjee recalled his memories with the late musician and how he used to treat other artists with love and respect. 

I am completely heartbroken: Amjad Ali Khan mourns Zakir Hussain's death

Dec 16, 2024, at 10:15 am

Sarod legend Amjad Ali Khan on Monday said he felt heartbroken and devastated after learning about the death of tabla icon Zakir Hussain at a hospital in the USA.

Indian tabla maestro Zakir Hussain dies at 73 in San Francisco, confirms family

Dec 15, 2024, at 10:57 pm

Indian tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, whose musical creations captivated people for generations, died at a hospital in the USA  after suffering from ailments, his family confirmed on Monday. He was 73.

Ricky Kej lauds Zakir Hussain, Shakti's win at Grammys, says India is shinning in every direction

Feb 05, 2024, at 07:45 pm

Musician Ricky Kej on Monday appreciated India's glory at the Grammys after singer Shankar Mahadevan and Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain's band Shakti clinched the prestigious title in the Global Music Album category.