Shakti with John McLaughlin, Zakir Hussain, and more

Sep 6, 2023 at 7:30 PM · Paramount Theatre, Seattle, WA Paramount Theatre, Seattle, WA

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Béla Fleck

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Born in New York City, banjo master Béla Fleck is known for blending bluegrass, jazz, and world music. He played with New Grass Revival before founding the innovative fusion group Béla Fleck and the Flecktones. A prolific solo artist and collaborator, Fleck has won multiple Grammy awards across his celebrated career.

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.