Famous tabla player Ustad Zakir Hussain is no more. The legendary tabla player passed away on Sunday, December 15 in San Francisco, USA. He was receiving treatment for cardiac complications in the ICU of a hospital there. Reportedly, his demise was caused by idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a chronic lung disease.
Sadhguru expressed condolences
Sadhguru posted a tribute remembering legendary tabla player Ustad Zakir Hussain, who passed away on Sunday, December 15. The spiritual leader said Hussain will always be cherished with love, pride and gratitude for his dedication to his craft.”
It was written in his tweet From the glorious times of fusion to Shakti, Zakir had rhythm in his bones, love for his art in his heart and he brought joy to millions around the world. He will always be remembered with love, pride and gratitude for his dedication to his art. Deepest condolences and blessings to all those bereaved by his demise. John Blecher of Prospect PR, who represents the family, confirmed the news.
About Ustad Zakir Hussain
Born on March 9, 1951, Zakir Hussain was the son of the great tabla player Ustad Allah Rakha. His extraordinary talent in playing the tabla earned him recognition across the country at an early age. In his teens, Zakir was already performing with some of India’s most renowned classical musicians.
During his illustrious career, Ustad Zakir Hussain worked with leading figures in both traditional Indian and global music circles. He worked with luminaries such as Pandit Ravi Shankar and Ustad Vilayat Khan and was instrumental in the creation of international fusion groups such as Shakti with guitarist John McLaughlin and Planet Drum with the Grateful Dead’s Mickey Hart.
His unmatched skills have made him a global star with four Grammy wins. He was also awarded the prestigious Padma Shri (1988) and Padma Bhushan (2002) by the Government of India.
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From the fantastic times of fusion in Shakti, Zakir had rhythm in his bones, love for his art in his heart and brought joy to millions across the world. He will always be remembered with love, pride and gratitude for his devotion to his Art. Deepest condolences & Blessings to all… https://t.co/S1o5ztClCN
— Sadhguru (@SadhguruJV) December 16, 2024