Shahbaz Hussain | Punjabi Folk Rhythms | Tabla Solo
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Shahbaz Hussain demonstrates the versatility of North Indian percussion, exploring the influence of folk rhythms on the Punjab gharana of classical tabla.
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Shahbaz Hussain is one of Europe’s finest tabla players. First studying under his father, the vocalist Mumtaz Hussain, he went on learn from various gurus - Faiyaz Khan from the Delhi gharana, and Shaukat Hussain Khan and Allah Rakha from the Punjab gharana. He has developed an eclectic and versatile style, leading the fusion group Indus as well as accompanying touring classical artists. He is also active as a tabla teacher across the North of England.
Recorded at Darbar Festival on 27 Apr 2014, at Embrace Arts, Leicester:
- Shahbaz Hussain (tabla)
- Rekesh Chauhan (harmonium)
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