Ali Akbar Khan
April 14, 1922 – June 18, 2009
Ali Akbar Khan was a master of the Sarod who came to America from his native India in 1955 and along with Ravi Shankar, was instrumental in introducing Indian music to the western world. Throughout his career, Khan recorded 95 albums, was nominated for five Grammys, and scored music for many films. In 1967, he established the Ali Akbar College of Music in San Rafael, CA. Khan died of kidney failure at the age of 87.
One of the greatest musicians period…known for his humble nature and keen sense of humor…god bless his soul
A great and generous artist.
Perhaps the greatest musician of all time