End of an Era: Tabla Maestro Zakir Hussain Passes Away at 73; Kamal Haasan, A.R. Rahman, Big B Pay Heartfelt Tributes [Video]

Zakir Hussain, the legendary tabla maestro and composer, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at the age of 73.

On Monday morning, the news was confirmed by Jon Bleicher of Prospect PR, representing the family. The statement read: “Zakir Hussain, one of the world’s most transcendent musicians, passed away from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in San Francisco at the age of 73.”

The family added, “He leaves behind an extraordinary legacy cherished by countless music lovers around the globe, with an influence that will resonate for generations to come.”

The Indian Consulate in San Francisco expressed its condolences, stating: “His legacy will live on through his music and the lives he influenced.”

The Consulate further remarked: “The son of legendary tabla master Ustad Allarakha, Ustad Zakir Hussain is known for his unparalleled mastery of the tabla. His innovative contributions to music have touched the hearts of countless individuals around the …