February 9, 2025

Current Context : Renowned tabla virtuoso Zakir Hussain passed away in San Francisco due to complications from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

About

  • Born on March 9, 1951, in Mumbai, Hussain was the son of legendary tabla maestro Ustad Alla Rakha.
  • Birthplace: Mumbai, India
  • Education: Attended St. Michael’s School in Mahim and graduated from St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai.

Awards and Achievements

  • Grammy Awards: Zakir Hussain won four Grammy Awards during his career.
    • At the 66th Annual Grammy Awards (2024), he achieved a historic feat as the first Indian musician to win three Grammysin one ceremony:
      1. Best Global Music Albumfor This Moment.
      2. Best Global Music Performancefor Pashto.
      3. Best Contemporary Instrumental Albumfor As We Speak.
Print Friendly, PDF & Email

© 2025 Civilstap Himachal Design & Development