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  1. Ustad Bismillah Khan (born Qamaruddin Khan, 21 March 1916 – 21 August 2006), often referred to by the title Ustad, was an Indian musician credited with popularizing the shehnai, a reeded woodwind instrument. He played it with such expressive virtuosity that he became a leading Hindustani classical music artist.

  2. May 6, 2024 · Bismillah Khan (born March 21, 1916, Dumraon, Bihar and Orissa province, British India—died August 21, 2006, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India) was an Indian musician who played the shehnai, a ceremonial oboelike North Indian horn, with such expressive virtuosity that he became a leading Indian classical music artist.

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  3. Aug 21, 2006 · Learn about the life and achievements of Bismillah Khan, the legendary musician who popularized the shehnai, a wind instrument, as a classical art form. Discover how he played on the eve of India's independence, performed in various countries, and spread the message of harmony through his music.

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  5. Ustad Bismillah Khan (born Qamaruddin Khan, 21 March 1916 – 21 August 2006), often referred to by the title Ustad, was an Indian musician credited with popularizing the shehnai, a reeded woodwind instrument.

  6. Oct 18, 2022 · Quick Facts. Indian Celebrities Born In March. Also Known As: Qamaruddin Khan. Died At Age: 93. Family: father: Paigambar Khan. mother: Mitthan. Born Country: India. Indian Men Aries Musicians. Died on: August 21, 2006. place of death: Varanasi. More Facts. Recommended Lists: Indian Celebrities. Male Musicians. Indian Musicians.

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  7. Aug 21, 2006 · Learn about the life and legacy of Ustad Bismillah Khan, a legendary shehnai player who won the Bharat Ratna award and performed worldwide. He was a devout Muslim, a symbol of India's religious pluralism and a simple man who refused to fly or act in films.

  8. May 20, 2024 · Learn about the life and musical journey of Bismillah Khan, one of the greatest shehnai players in the world. Discover how he transformed the shehnai from a folk instrument to a classical one and performed at prestigious events worldwide.

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