Bio: Shehnai maestro, credited with elevating the shehnai to a classical concert stage

Instrument: Shehnai

Genres: Indian Classical

Personal Info: Bismillah Khan, born on March 21, 1916, in Dumraon, Bihar, is revered as the greatest Shehnai maestro of India. A Bharat Ratna recipient, Khan's music was integral to India's most significant moments, including its Independence. His profound connection to the shehnai and Varanasi, along with his secular outlook, made him a symbol of India's rich cultural tapestry.