This book unfolds the life of Ustad Alauddin Khan and his rise to the pinnacle of success in music. He introduced Indian classical music to the western world and enchanted the audience with the magic of his music. Ustad Alauddin Khan is a legend in the world of music. His is a story of complete dedication and he is rightly called a ‘monarch in the realm of music.’ Known as Baba to the music lovers of India and other countries of South Asia, he is revered as a saint and was an institution by himself. He established a distinctive Sangeet Gharana of his own. In 1935, Ustad Alauddin Khan undertook a global tour with the dance troupe of the great Indian dancer, Udayshankar. During this tour, Baba enchanted his audiences with the magic of his music. He wrote letter to Ustad Ayet Ali Khan, describing his experiences in the new world. This book portrays the life and achievement of Ustad Alauddin Khan, as revealed to the author from the backdrop of his family, his environment and letter he wrote to Ustad Ayet Ali Khan. Extracts from some of the letters, a rare collection, have been included in this book. Together, they provide a unique panorama of the extraordinary life of the great maestro.
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