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Quote by Ali Akbar Khan

“Singing instrumental music is most important because, while you play an instrument, you are singing through the instrument... actually, you are singing inside.”

Quote by Ali Akbar Khan

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Ali Akbar Khan was a distinguished Indian musician, best known for his expertise in the sitar. Born on April 14, 1922, in Varanasi, India, Khan was a pivotal figure in the fusion of classical Indian music with Western genres. He passed away on June 18, 2009, leaving behind a rich musical heritage of compositions and performances. more

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