Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain dies at 73 in San Francisco hospital. According to Indian media reports he died because of heart-related issues. Nirmala Bachani, his manager, stated that he was hospitalised earlier as well. Known for his skill and creativity, The New York Times once described his playing as playful, with his fingers moving as fast as hummingbird wings.
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Born in Bombay, Zakir was the son of Allah Rakha, a legendary tabla player. At just 13 years old, Zakir began his journey by arranging his first concert, a moment he often recalls. Fans and musicians worldwide are mourning his loss, honouring his role in taking Indian classical music to a global audience and inspiring generations.
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