Zakir Hussain, acclaimed tabla player and Grammy winner, dies at 73

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Zakir Hussain, a renowned tabla player and four-time Grammy winner, has died at 73 in San Francisco due to complications from a lung disease. He was celebrated for popularizing the tabla globally and collaborating with famous musicians. Hussain began his career at age 12 and gained international fame by 18. He worked with artists like George Harrison, Yo-Yo Ma, and formed the fusion band "Shakti." This year, he won a Grammy for best global music album. His innovative projects, including Tabla Beat Science, blended Indian classical music with other genres. Hussain was known for his collaborative spirit and dedication to music, leaving a lasting impact on the global music scene.


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