Shafaat Ahmed Khan
Shafaat Ahmed Khan | |
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| Born | (1954-05-20)20 May 1954 |
| Died | 24 July 2005(2005-07-24) (aged 51) |
| Occupation | Tabla player (Hindustani classical music) |
| Awards | Padma Shri Award in 2003 by the Government of India |
Ustad Shafaat Ahmed Khan (20 May 1954 – 24 July 2005) New Delhi, India, was one of the leading tabla maestros in the field of Hindustani classical music.
Shafaat Ahmed Khan came from the "Dilli Gharana" (Delhi gharana) and was the son and disciple of tabla maestro Chhamma Khan who was a prominent exponent of the Dilli Gharana. Shafaat Ahmed Khan was famous for his mastery over clear 'bols' and melodious tone of the tabla, accompaniment (sangat) and systematic improvisation. During his active years he was one of the leading tabla maestros of India. Shafaat Ahmed Khan was a recipient of "Padma Shree" award in 2003.[1][2][3]
He performed concerts all around the world with classical artistes like
Awards and recognition
Shafaat Ahmed Khan was a recipient of the fourth highest Indian civilian award, "Padma Shri" in 2003.[2][3]
Death
He died at age 51 on 24 July 2005 after being diagnosed with acute Hepatitis-B.[3][1]
References
- ^ a b c Narendra Kusnur (18 July 2019). "Remembering Ustad Shafaat Ahmed Khan". The Hindu (newspaper). Retrieved 4 March 2021.
- ^ a b "Padma Awards Directory (1954 - 2013)" (PDF). Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India website. 2013. p. 123 of 172. Archived from the original (PDF) on 15 October 2015. Retrieved 4 January 2022.
- ^ a b c d "Tabla maestro Shafaat Khan passes away". The Economic Times (newspaper). 25 July 2005. Retrieved 4 March 2021.
External links
- Delhi School Of Music (tabla players) Outlook (magazine)
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