Question: Recently eminent Sarangi player, Ustad Sabri Khan passed away. He belongs to–
(a) Banaras Gharana
(b) Delhi Gharana
(c) Patiala Gharana
(d) Sainia Gharana
Ans (d)
Related facts:
- Renowned Sarangi player Ustad Sabri Khan died on 1 December 2015 in New Delhi due to breathing problems. He was 88.
- He was born on 21 May 1927 in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, Khan belonged to the Sainia Gharana, which traces the tradition of its music back to Tansen.
- Ustad Sabri Khan was an eminent Sarangi player, who popularized the instrument across the globe.
- For his significant contributions to music in 1990 he was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award by the U.P state government.
- The Government of India also honoured him with the prestigious Padma Shree Award in 1992 and Padma Bhushan Award in 2006.
Reference:
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