Shafaat Ahmed Khan

Shafaat Ahmed Khan was a legendary tabla player who left an indelible mark on the world of Hindustani classical music. Born in 1954 in New Delhi, he became one of India's leading tabla maestros, known for his clear 'bols' and melodious tone. Khan hailed from the prestigious Dilli Gharana (Delhi school) of tabla playing and learned his craft from his father, the renowned Ustad Chhamma Khan.

Throughout his career, Khan performed with some of the biggest names in Indian classical music, including Ravi Shankar, Shivkumar Sharma, and Amjad Ali Khan. His mastery of the tabla earned him widespread acclaim, culminating in the prestigious Padma Shri award in 2003. Sadly, Khan's brilliant career was cut short when he passed away in 2005 at the age of 51.