
Ustad Zakir Hussain: The Life and Legacy of an Indian Music Icon
Ustad Zakir Hussain was born on March 9, 1951, in Mumbai, India, into a family steeped in musical tradition. He is the son of the legendary tabla maestro Ustad Alla Rakha. His musical journey began at an early age, starting to play the tabla at just seven years old. By the age of twelve, he…