Mon Dec 16 07:58:12 UTC 2024: ## Legendary Tabla Maestro Zakir Hussain Passes Away at 73

**San Francisco, December 16, 2024** – Renowned tabla maestro Zakir Hussain passed away at the age of 73 in a San Francisco hospital on Monday, his family announced. The cause of death was complications from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Hussain had been hospitalized for the past two weeks and was later moved to the ICU as his condition worsened.

Hussain, a four-time Grammy Award winner (including three at this year’s 66th Grammy Awards), enjoyed a six-decade career that saw him collaborate with numerous international and Indian artists. He is best known for his groundbreaking 1973 project with John McLaughlin, L. Shankar, and T.H. ‘Vikku’ Vinayakram, which fused Indian classical music with jazz, creating a unique and influential sound. This collaboration led to the formation of the influential fusion band Shakti.

Throughout his career, Hussain transcended musical boundaries, using his tabla to express universal peace and brotherhood. His legacy extends far beyond his impressive accolades, encompassing a profound influence on the world of music and a lasting impact on generations of musicians. He will be remembered as a titan of Indian classical music and a global ambassador for musical fusion.

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