Zakir Hussain, an Indian classical musician who has been called 'the greatest tabla player of his generation,' has died at age 73 of lung disease.

His collaborators included John McLaughlin, Béla Fleck, Ravi Shankar, Herbie Hancock, Yo-Yo Ma and members of the Grateful Dead.

Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, renowned for globalizing Indian classical music, passed away at 73 due to a chronic lung condition. His family confirmed his passing, highlighting his impact as a musician and cultural ambassador.