Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain dies at 73 after health struggles

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Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain passed away on December 15 at the age of 73 due to heart-related issues. He had been hospitalized in San Francisco for serious health problems prior to his death. His last social media post, which has gone viral, featured the message, “Just sharing a wonder moment.” Hussain was the son of renowned tabla player Ustad Allah Rakha and recently won three Grammy Awards. Hussain was set to embark on a multi-city tour in India in January 2025 with fellow Grammy winners. The tour, titled "As We Speak," was planned to showcase a blend of musical styles in cities like Bengaluru and Mumbai.


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