Zakir Hussain at Moore Theatre

Born and raised in Bombay by legendary tabla player Ustad Allah Rakha Khan, Zakir Hussain started playing the tabla as soon as he could reach across the drums. This Indian prodigy is no stranger to quality events - he began playing concerts by age seven and started touring at 12!! Now, he’s ready to take you on a night filled with resonant tones and timbres.

Step into the world of Zakir Hussain, where tradition meets innovation. While the tabla is a set of wooden hand drums that is deeply rooted in Indian tradition, Zakir Hussain is known for pushing the boundaries of the art. He famously said: "You have to stay very close to your tradition, but also be able to inject some of what the world has to offer. It is time for Indian music to look outside rather than just to have the outside world borrow from Indian music."

This legend has shared the stage with some of the greatest Indian musicians out there and collaborated with iconic artists in every corner of the globe. Zakir Hussain knows how to make a lasting impression. His 1992 album with Grateful Dead drummer Mickey Hart, Planet Drum, earned the Grammy Award for Best World Music Album - the first Grammy ever awarded in this category! He was even invited by President Obama to the International Jazz Day 2016 All-Star Global Concert at the White House, and contributed his amazing tabla skills to iconic albums by George Harrison, Van Morrison, and Earth, Wind & Fire.

Now, he’ll be bringing his world-class talent to the historic Moore Theatre, Seattle's oldest active theater. It has been going strong since 1907 and has had the pleasure of hosting some of the finest musical and theatrical acts from around the world. No wonder Zakir Hussain is playing there!!

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to see the North Indian master tabla drummer live and up close. Mark your calendars, secure your tickets now, and be part of a completely unique experience as Zakir Hussain brings you a night of vibrant rhythms, patterns, and energy.