In this intimate talk, Samsi, a percussion master of extraordinary calibre, offers unprecedented insights into the artistry, innovation, and philosophy of Ustad Zakir Hussain. As one of his closest disciples, Samsi provides a unique window into the techniques, compositions, and teaching methods that transformed tabla playing. Through live demonstrations and personal anecdotes, witness the intricacies of the Punjab gharana style, which evolved under Hussain's visionary approach.

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Rhythmic Revelations: A Tribute to Zakir Hussain

Barbican Centre

The evening begins with the transcendent bansuri of Chaurasia, heir to the legendary Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia. His breath control turns bamboo into an instrument of extraordinary emotion. Experience the cascading waterfalls of his fast taans, the delicate nuance of his meend, and the soulful depth of his alaap as he explores ancient ragas with reverence and innovation. His bansuri pairs perfectly with Samsi's tabla, a disciple of Ustad Alla Rakha and a renowned percussion virtuoso.

Rakesh Chaurasia + Shahid Parvez & Shakir Khan

Lose yourself in the luminous textures of the santoor, as Rahul Sharma (son of Pt. Shivkumar Sharma) conjures glistening soundscapes that echo the spirit of Himalayan terrain. Sharing the stage is tabla virtuoso Satyajit Talwalkar, paying tribute to Ustad Zakir Hussain while confidently carving his own path in India's rhythmic tradition.

Pandit Yogesh Samsi

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Oct 26, 2025

Rhythmic Revelations: A Tribute to Zakir Hussain · Barbican Centre

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