Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain dies at 73 in San Francisco
Zakir Hussain, the renowned tabla maestro, died at 73 on December 15 due to heart-related issues. He had been hospitalized in San Francisco and was in the ICU prior to his passing. Hussain had recently announced a tour titled "As We Speak India," set to feature performances in four cities. He expressed excitement about collaborating with notable musicians for this project. Hussain was known for blending Indian classical music with global styles. His influential works included collaborations with guitarist John McLaughlin and various acclaimed albums.