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Unrivalled legend

In the death of shehnai maestro Bismillah Khan, the nation has lost one of its gems. Till the last days of a musical career spanning over seven decades, the inimitable ustad breathed classical music. Despite the fame and name he earned, he lived a simple life. He was an unrivalled legend in the field of instrumental music and was singularly responsible for bringing the shehnai from marriage mandaps to the concert halls. His shehnai will reverberate in the hearts of all music lovers.

M.V. Devraj,
Bangalore

The shehnai maestro's passing away is an irreparable loss. The ustad, a master musician beyond description, could bring tears to the listeners' eyes. He led an exemplary life of simplicity and compassion. He was humility personified and, indeed, a true secularist.

R. Raghavan,
Chennai

Ustad Bismillah Khan's demise is a great loss to music lovers around the world. He symbolised the shehnai that is considered divine in the Indian tradition. His concerts captivated the audience of all ages. His tunes echo in the temples of Varanasi. The doyen of music has left an indelible impression in the hearts of all Indians.

V.U.V.S.N. Prasad,
Hyderabad

The death of Bismillah Khan is not only a loss to the world of music but to the bhakti cult. His music transcended all barriers and spread the message of divinity. Rarely do such geniuses appear in our midst.

N. Nagesh,
Chennai

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