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James Masih aka Ustad Jimmy Khan (1958-Present) is a Tabla artist known for his Dhir Dhir (Tabla Bol) with absolute precision ..^[1] He belongs to the Punjab Gharana^[2] of Tabla as a disciple of late Ustad Mian Shaukat Hussain^[3].

His feat is a manifestation of a beautiful union of technique and aesthetics. Ustad Jimmy Khan is a Great Solo Player as well as a Master Accompanist. He has introduced a lot of innovation and invented a Tabla taal or tala^[4] called "Mian Shaukat Taal" which he named after his Ustad or Teacher: Mian Shaukat Hussain^[5]. Today, Jimmy Khan is acknowledged as one of the foremost Tabla players of all time by musicians all over the world.

Biography

[Ustad Jimmy Khan] was born on 2nd December 1958 in Muzaffarpur, Sialkot^[6]. Jimmy khan is a Pakistan Tabla player and composer. Jimmy Khan hails from the Punjab Gharana and is the student of Ustad Miyan Shaukat Hussain. Jimmy Khan developed a deep passion for tabla from an early age.

Internationally Renowned Tabla Maestro

Ustad Jimmy Khan is a celebrated tabla virtuoso who has captivated audiences worldwide with his mesmerizing performances. As a true ambassador of Pakistani music, he has tirelessly promoted the rich cultural heritage of his homeland on prestigious stages across the globe.

Mastering the Tabla

With unwavering dedication, Ustad Jimmy Khan devoted himself to mastering the tabla, a pair of hand drums that form the rhythmic foundation of Hindustani classical music. Under the tutelage of renowned tabla guru Ustad Mian Shaukat Hussain^[7], he honed his skills, developing an exquisite technique and a profound understanding of the tabla's intricate rhythmic patterns.

Global Ambassador of Pakistani Music

Ustad Jimmy Khan's virtuosity soon garnered recognition beyond Pakistan's borders. He embarked on numerous international tours, performing in prestigious concert halls and festivals around the world. His performances captivated audiences with their technical brilliance, soulful expression, and captivating stage presence.

A Cultural Bridge

Through his global performances, Ustad Jimmy Khan played a pivotal role in introducing the world to the rich tapestry of Pakistani music. He served as a cultural bridge, fostering understanding and appreciation of his homeland's artistic traditions.

A Legacy of Excellence

Ustad Jimmy Khan's contributions to the world of tabla playing and his tireless efforts to promote Pakistani music have earned him a place among the pantheon of Tabla maestros. His legacy continues to inspire aspiring musicians worldwide, and his performances remain etched in the memories of music lovers across the globe.

Career

Ustad Jimmy Khan has had a multifaceted career in music that spans several decades. He began his journey playing tabla in a church in 1975 and later became a pupil of a renowned tabla master Barkat Masih aka Mango Khan from Sialkot in 1979. In recognition of his talent, Ustad Jimmy Khan received a gold medal in a tabla competition held by the Punjab Arts Council, which led him to become the disciple of Ustad Mian Shaukat Hussain^[8]

Throughout his career, Ustad Jimmy Khan has performed in various prestigious venues, including Alhamra Arts Council for Radio Pakistan in 1990 and, in 1998, in Bangladesh with Parvez Mehdi^[9], upon the invitation of then-Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif^[10]. Former President of Pakistan, General Perviaz Musharraf^[11], invited him to perform on three separate occasions. Ustad Jimmy Khan has also performed with Rustam Fateh Ali Khan in Dubai on the Golden Jubilee of Pakistan, and in 2013, He showcased his solo tabla performance in Norway and Thailand. In 2014, He performed with Ustad Hamid Ali Khan, and throughout his career, He has accompanied all the musical maestros of Pakistan

List of Artists who performed with Jimmy Khan:

Classical Singer:

• Ustad Salamat Ali Khan^[12]
• Ustad Fateh Ali Khan^[13]
• Rustam Fateh Ali Khan
• Ustad Ghulam Hassan Shagan^[14]
• Shahida Parveen
• Ustad Fateh Ali Khan (Hyderabadi)
• Ustad Hussain Baksh Gullo
• Ghulam Shabir
• Ustad Hamid Ali Khan^[15]
• Ustad Shafqat Ali Khan^[16]
• Ustad Sharafat Ali Khan^[17]
• Ghulam Jaffar Khan
• Akhtar Ali Khan
• Zakir Ali Khan
• Riaz Ali and Imtiaz Ali

Semi-Classical Singer:

• Ghulam Ali
• Parvez Mehdi
• Fida Hussain^[18]
• Ghulam Abbas
• Taranum Naz
• Iqbal Bano
• Afshan etc.

International Tours

Manchester, England

Cairo, Egypt

Traditional Arts Festival was held in Cairo from 19-25 April 2013. 25 countries participated in the event. Dr. Muhammad Zafar Iqbal, Incharge of Musicology Department, National College of Arts and James Masih, alias Ustaad Jimmy Khan, represented Pakistan in the festival. They performed in the musical events arranged by the Egyptian government at various places. A special musical performance was arranged by Pakistan Embassy at the historical Arab Music Institute on 26th April 2013. The audience included Pakistanis, members of diplomatic community and Egyptians. Famous writer and poet Farouk Shosha was the guest of honour on the occasion. The participants enjoyed music from Pakistan

https://mofa.gov.pk/traditional-arts-festival/

Dubai, UAE

Bangladesh

Norway

Thailand

Invention

Jimmy Khan mastered the tabla and invented a taal "Mian Shaukat" Taal. He dedicated his effort to his teacher Ustad Mian Shaukat Hussain and named this taal after his teacher.

It is a 11 ¹⁄₄ beat cycle or Sawa 11 Matre cycle in Urdu.

Awards

• Gold Medal in a Tabla competition by Punjab Art Council^[19] (1986)
• Awarded with a medal by General Zia-ul-Haq^[20] (1987)
• Achieved Gold Medal in All Pakistan Music Conference^[21] (1989)
• Awarded with "The Best 1993-94" Award by All Pakistan Culture Forum Lahore Society (1994)
• National Award by CSF (1997)
• Sham Chaurasia Gharana^[22] Award (2002)
• Proud of Christianity award by National Marian Shrine
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• Amir Khusrua^[24] Award (2018)
• Patiala Gharana^[25] Award ()

Works

• Invented a Taal/Tala
• Represented Pakistan all over The World
• Teaches his students without any avarice

References

External links

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ustadjimmykhan777/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ustadjimmykhan/
• Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@maestrooftablalustadjimmykhan