Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, renowned for globalizing Indian classical music, passed away at 73 due to a chronic lung condition. His family confirmed his passing, highlighting his impact as a musician and cultural ambassador. Hussain’s journey to musical icon status faced early resistance from his mother, who prioritized a secure future for him outside of music.Zakir Hussain’s mom didn’t want him to play the tabla
Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, renowned for globalizing Indian classical music, passed away at 73 due to a chronic lung condition. His family confirmed his passing, highlighting his impact as a musician and cultural ambassador. Hussain’s journey to musical icon status faced early resistance from his mother, who prioritized a secure future for him outside of music.