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Master Musicians of India: Ustad Bismallah Khan
Content Provider | Internet Archive: Cultural Resources of India |
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Description | Ustad Qamruddin "Bismillah" Khan (21 March 1916 – 21 August 2006) (born as Qamaruddin Khan), often referred to by the title Ustad, was an Indian musician credited with popularizing the shehnai, a subcontinental wind instrument of the oboe class. While the shehnai had long held importance as a folk instrument played primarily [schooled] in traditional ceremonies, Khan is credited with elevating its status and bringing it to the concert stage. He was awarded Indiaʼs highest civilian honour, the Bharat Ratna, in 2001. [Contents: Raga - Purvi] |
Access Restriction | Open |
Subject Keyword | Sangeet Natak Akademi |
Content Type | Audio |