Amir Khan (singer)
Ustad Amir Khan (pronounced [əˈmiːr xaːn]; 15 August 1912 – 13 February 1974) was one of the greatest and most influential Indian vocalists in the Hindustani classical tradition. He was the founder of the Indore gharana.
Amir Khan | |
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| Background information | |
| Also known as | Sur Rang |
| Born | August 1912 Kalanaur, British India |
| Died | 13 February 1974 (aged 61) Calcutta, West Bengal, India |
| Genres | Indian classical music (Khyal, Tarana) |
| Occupation(s) | Hindustani classical vocalist |
| Years active | 1934 – 1974 |
| Labels | EMI, HMV, Music Today, Inreco, Ninaad, Navras, Columbia, The Twin |
| Awards: Sangeet Natak Akademi Award (1967) Presidential Award (1971) Padma Bhushan (1971) | |
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