Zuheb Ahmed Khan, an exemplar of the Ajrada Gharana, intricately blends classical mastery with jazz innovation, enchanting audiences with his profound Tabla skills.
Zuheb Ahmed Khan, an eminent Tabla player from the esteemed Ajrada Gharana, epitomizes excellence in Hindustani classical music. Steeped in a legacy of musical luminaries, he refined his art under the guidance of his father, Ustad Naushad Ahmed Khan, maternal uncle Ustad Akram Khan, and grandfather Ustad Hashmat Ali Khan, all stalwarts of the gharana. Known for its intricate bol-patterns and resonant clarity, the Ajrada Gharana finds a worthy ambassador in Zuheb, who commands the kinarbaj with unmatched finesse.
Zuheb's performances have graced prestigious venues globally since his debut at the Indian embassy in Russia at age five. Collaborating with icons like Ustad Aashish Khan and Pt Purbayan Chatterjee, he seamlessly melds classical traditions with jazz improvisations, captivating audiences with his intuitive and dynamic style. Zuheb's accolades include being a B High Grade Artist of All India Radio, a National Scholar of the Ministry of Culture, and a Sangeet Prabhakar Gold Medalist.