Classical music somehow manages to withstand the most rigorous test of all—the test of time. These days, classical music is cocooned as electronic music takes over this generation’s repertoire. Which is why we have chosen to throw some light on the story of Ustad Amjad Ali Khan on his birthday. It is critical that artists like him leap out from our textbooks and take a prominent place in our playlists.
His Early Days
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Ustad with his father[/caption]
Ustad Amjad Ali Khan was born a musician. From an early age, he learned the craft from his father, Hafiz Ali Khan. He stated,
"I cannot remember a specific day when I was introduced to th