Shakti with John McLaughlin and Zakir Hussain

Aug 22, 2023 at 8:00 PM · Keswick Theatre, Glenside, PA Keswick Theatre, Glenside, PA

Aug 22

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Shakti

John McLaughlin

Zakir Hussain

Zakir Hussain, born in Mumbai, revolutionized Indian percussion as a tabla maestro. Known for blending Indian and Western music, he co-founded Shakti with John McLaughlin. Hussain collaborated with icons like George Harrison, Mickey Hart, and Pharoah Sanders. His notable works include "Making Music" and "The Melody of Rhythm." Awarded "Padma Shri," he won Grammys with Planet Drum and was named Downbeat's Percussionist of the Year. Hussain's legacy endures through his expansive recordings and influential collaborations.

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Keswick Theatre Theatre Capacity: 1,300

291 N Keswick Ave, Glenside, PA 19038, USA

keswicktheatre.com

+1 215-572-7650

About Keswick Theatre

The Keswick Theatre is a 1,300-capacity theatre in Glenside, PA, originally opened in 1928 and designed in the Tudor Revival style by Horace Trumbauer, also known for the Philadelphia Museum of Art. This historic venue, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is celebrated for its acoustically perfect listening room, hosting a diverse array of internationally acclaimed concerts and performances.