The legendary Indian tabla player Zakir Hussain has passed away
16 december 2024 в 15:37
Zakir Hussain, a renowned Indian tabla master, composer, and percussionist, passed away on Sunday from complications related to a chronic lung condition, his family confirmed in a statement.
«His prolific work as a teacher, mentor, and educator has left an indelible mark on countless musicians», - his family said, adding that he always hoped to inspire future generations of tabla players.
Reports initially stated that he was hospitalized in San Francisco, California. Several messages initially claimed that the 4-time Grammy winner had passed away early on Sunday, but some members of his family later stated that he was still alive, asking the public to pray for his recovery as he remained in critical condition.
«He is still alive. Please, I ask you to pray for him. I am in touch with the family», - said Hussain’s sister, Khurshid Auliya, in response to the initial reports of his death. She added that her brother was in a «very critical condition, but he is still breathing».
Another individual claiming to be Hussain’s nephew wrote on X to confirm that he was still alive and requested for messages claiming otherwise to be removed. «I am Zakir Hussain’s nephew, and he has not passed away. We ask for prayers for my uncle’s health. Can you remove this misinformation? He is in a serious condition, and we ask all his fans around the world to pray for his health», - he said.
Learn more about him below.
Hussain was born on March 9, 1951, in Mumbai, India. He was 73 years old when he passed away.
Hussain’s net worth is not definitively known, but various sources report different figures. Some estimate it to be around $ 1 million, while others, like TimesNowNews.com, suggest it could be up to $ 10 million.
Hussain was a child prodigy, starting touring at the age of 12 and performing alongside legends of Indian classical music in his teenage years. By the age of 18, he had gained international recognition for his captivating solo performances and continued to collaborate with musical icons such as former Beatle George Harrison, jazz saxophonist Charles Lloyd, and cellist Yo-Yo Ma.
Hussain was married to Antonia Minnecola, a Kathak dancer and teacher who also served as his manager.
With his wife Antonia, Zakir had two daughters: Anisa Qureshi and Isabella Qureshi.
Anisa graduated from UCLA and is a film director, while Isabella is currently studying dance in Manhattan
«His prolific work as a teacher, mentor, and educator has left an indelible mark on countless musicians», - his family said, adding that he always hoped to inspire future generations of tabla players.
Reports initially stated that he was hospitalized in San Francisco, California. Several messages initially claimed that the 4-time Grammy winner had passed away early on Sunday, but some members of his family later stated that he was still alive, asking the public to pray for his recovery as he remained in critical condition.
«He is still alive. Please, I ask you to pray for him. I am in touch with the family», - said Hussain’s sister, Khurshid Auliya, in response to the initial reports of his death. She added that her brother was in a «very critical condition, but he is still breathing».
Another individual claiming to be Hussain’s nephew wrote on X to confirm that he was still alive and requested for messages claiming otherwise to be removed. «I am Zakir Hussain’s nephew, and he has not passed away. We ask for prayers for my uncle’s health. Can you remove this misinformation? He is in a serious condition, and we ask all his fans around the world to pray for his health», - he said.
Learn more about him below.
Hussain was born on March 9, 1951, in Mumbai, India. He was 73 years old when he passed away.
Hussain’s net worth is not definitively known, but various sources report different figures. Some estimate it to be around $ 1 million, while others, like TimesNowNews.com, suggest it could be up to $ 10 million.
Hussain was a child prodigy, starting touring at the age of 12 and performing alongside legends of Indian classical music in his teenage years. By the age of 18, he had gained international recognition for his captivating solo performances and continued to collaborate with musical icons such as former Beatle George Harrison, jazz saxophonist Charles Lloyd, and cellist Yo-Yo Ma.
Hussain was married to Antonia Minnecola, a Kathak dancer and teacher who also served as his manager.
With his wife Antonia, Zakir had two daughters: Anisa Qureshi and Isabella Qureshi.
Anisa graduated from UCLA and is a film director, while Isabella is currently studying dance in Manhattan
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