Amir Khan

Born in Apr 1912 in Kalanaur, Amir Khan became probably one of the most respected and influential Hindustani classical vocalists of his day time. He learned in the beginning from his dad, Shahmir Khan, but later on soaked up a number of performing designs from different gharanas. His forte was the exposition of vilambit (sluggish) tunes. He was specifically keen on khyal which fondness, as occurs in all strolls of existence, translated itself right into a higher depth of sense and higher creative attainments where such materials was worried. He was wiped out in an automobile crash on Feb 14, 1974, and even though a performer’s status may also be exalted after his / her loss of life, Amir Khan’s tone of voice truly demonstrates his status was predicated on merit. Like this of Bade Ghulam Ali Khan, Amir Khan’s status is growing and he is becoming deservedly among the legends of Hindustani music. Ragamala (Traditional Vocal Compilation), Vol. 1 is specially worth searching for for his impressive reading of “Raga Marwa.”