Ustad Usman Khan
Ustad Usman Khan is a sixth generation musician and third generation Hindustani classical Sitar player . Born in Dharwad in the state of Karnataka in South India on 22nd September 1940, he is eldest son of Ustad Abdul Karim Khan and grandson of famous Ustad Rehmat Khan/Rahimat khan who was one of the ‘Navratnas of the Maharajah of Mysore’-One who modified three-stringed sitar into seven-stringed sitar which is today.[1] . Usman Khan is also the eldest brother of Chote Rahimat khan
Usman Khan received tutelage starting at the age of six from his father, Ustad Abdul Karim Khan. He gave his first public performance at the age of 9 and is well known for his unique techniques of combining vocal and instrumental techniques on sitar. Not restricting himself to traditional performances, he presented 20 piece orchestra in December 1989, creation with a blend of different musical traditions of east and west. He introduced classical compositions for fashion show for ‘Laffair of Delhi’ in 1992/93. In April 1985,He was chosen Sitar player for ’24 hour Raga Session’ held in Paris [2]. He was the only instrumentalist from east to give a full concert at the ‘International Guitar Festival’ in Marseilles in May 1986. He performed internationally over several decades and toured widely in Europe, Australia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, South Korea, U.S and Canada.Within India,his memorable performance of Raga Malkauns and Dhun,at the ‘Savai Gandharva Mahotsav 1992 received critique’s accolades. His two ragas album, published and distributed by CBS remains one of the best sellers.
Ustad Usman Khan emerged as a gifted teacher ,devotes his time to passing his unique heritage to disciples from all over the world in the true tradition of a Gurukul since 1960’s and 1944 onwards through ’Naad Mandir’ (non-profit organisation) in Pune-India.[3]
On 1st February 1998- FIE honored Usman Khan with foundations ‘National Award for Music’ in recognition for his efforts on keeping classical music tradition alive and propagating gurukul system of teaching music. In contribution to classical music, he had been conferred with two awards, “Shree Lakshmi Art and Culture Award 2003” and government of Maharashtra honored Usman Khan with “Cultural Award for Instrumental Music 2003”.He is also Dean for Music,Temple of Fine Arts(TFA),Malaysia [4]. TFA has also conferred him with the title of “Sitar Sitara Nada Yogi” for his exemplary contribution to Indian Classical Music.
References[edit]
- ↑ "Sitar Maestro". The Hindu Business Line News. Retrieved 23 January 2018.
- ↑ "Festival of Arts". The Star News Malaysia. Retrieved 23 January 2018.
- ↑ "Sitar Maestro". The Hindu Business line News. Retrieved 23 January 2018.
- ↑ "Sitar Maestro". The Hans India News. Retrieved 23 January 2018.
1. Thehindubusinessline.com. (2018). A sitar maestro turns 60 with grace and poise. [online] Available at: http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/2000/12/02/stories/18024492.htm [Accessed 23 Jan. 2018].
2. News, C., News, H. and Joseph, D. (2018). Hyderabadis have a deep appreciation for classical music: Ustad Usman Khan - Times of India. [online] The Times of India. Available at: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/hyderabad/hyderabadis-have-a-deep-appreciation-for-classical-music-ustad-usman-khan/articleshow/57145842.cms [Accessed 23 Jan. 2018].
2. The Hans India. (2018). Follow discipline and enjoy freedom. [online] Available at: http://www.thehansindia.com/posts/index/Telangana/2017-02-13/Follow-discipline-and-enjoy-freedom/280458 [Accessed 23 Jan. 2018]. 3. Iapa-usa.org. (2018). Sitar. [online] Available at: http://www.iapa-usa.org/April302016_Usman%20Khan_flyerv2.pdf [Accessed 22 Jan. 2018].
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