Known for his exceptional command over the tabla, Zakir Hussain performed numerous memorable jugalbandis with some of the finest musicians, transcending the boundaries of traditional music. As Zakir Hussain passed away, leaving a void for every music lover, here's a revisit of some of his much-loved jugalbandis.
Updated On: 2024-12-16 10:36 AM IST
Compiled by : Shachi Chaturvedi
This performance took place under the banner of 'Friends of Osho,' where two legendary figures of Indian classical music— Zakir Hussain and Sivamani—came together for a musical showdown
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The jugalbandi (duet) between Ustad Zakir Hussain and Pandit Rajendra Gangani in Raag Giri is a highly regarded performance that has captivated millions of viewers
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The jugalbandi between Ustad Alla Rakha and Ustad Zakir Hussain in Chartaal-Ki-Sawari is a rare and iconic performance that showcases the brilliant tabla virtuosity of two legendary maestros
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This video features a rare and old tabla jugalbandi (duet) between two of the most iconic tabla maestros in Indian classical music: Ustad Alla Rakha and his son, Ustad Zakir Hussain, playing in taal Ektaal
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Zakir Hussain has performed several jugalbandis (duets) with Ustad Alla Rakha, and all of their videos have been widely acclaimed by music lovers
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The video titled "Ustad Zakir Hussain Tabla Jugalbandi with Violin and Saraswati Veena" was uploaded on April 10, 2022. In this performance, the legendary tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain collaborates in a jugalbandi (musical duet) with a violinist and a Saraswati Veena player, creating a unique fusion of Indian classical instruments
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In 1999, Indian legendary tabla player Ustad Zakir Hussain and Sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan performed together at an evening dedicated to the exchange of music in Delhi
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In July 2015, Ustad Zakir Hussain and Rakesh Chaurasia performed live at the EthnoFestival in Krakow, Poland.
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The beautiful jugalbandi between Ustad Zakir Hussain and Rahul Sharma took place on December 2, 2018, at a concert organized by 'Sa Va Ni' Sur Sangeet in Pune. This memorable musical event featured a blend of both artists' expertise in Indian classical music, showcasing their exceptional skills in tabla and santoor, respectively.
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In 2019, Ustad Zakir Hussain was honored with an Honorary Doctorate by the prestigious Berklee College of Music, in recognition of his unparalleled contributions to the world of music, particularly in the field of tabla.
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