Zakir Hussain, renowned tabla maestro, dies at 73 in San Francisco

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Zakir Hussain, the renowned tabla maestro, passed away at 73 in a San Francisco hospital. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences, highlighting Hussain's significant impact on Indian classical music and his role in popularizing the tabla worldwide. Hussain's family reported that he had been suffering from complications related to a chronic lung disease. He was hospitalized for two weeks before being moved to intensive care prior to his death. Hussain leaves behind a rich legacy that has influenced many music lovers and musicians globally. He was a four-time Grammy winner, celebrated for blending Indian classical traditions with global music.


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