My Life; Story of a Imperfet Musician

Book Details:

• Author: Allauddin Khan

• Publisher: Paper Missile

• Binding: Hardcover

• Number of Pages: 120

• Release Date: 01-06-2025

• ISBN: 9788119626397

• Languages: English

About the Book:

My Life: Story of an Imperfect Musician offers an intimate and profound insight into the life of Ustad Allauddin Khan, one of the greatest maestros in the realm of Indian classical music. This autobiography, transcribed from his spoken words in 1952 at Santiniketan and translated for the first time into English, chronicles his journey from humble beginnings in Tripura to becoming a legendary figure in the world of Indian music.

Through his candid accounts, Ustad Allauddin Khan reveals the trials and tribulations that shaped his life, including his spiritual devotion to music, the struggles of poverty, and his uncompromising integrity in the face of adversity. With vivid storytelling, he shares his encounters with saints, nawabs, ustads, and commoners alike, all while displaying the humility, humor, and rage that were part of his complex personality.

The book sheds light not only on his contributions as a performer but also as a revered guru, shaping the future of Indian classical music with his legendary Maihar-Senia gharana. Enriched with an introduction by his esteemed pupil, Ravi Shankar, and complemented by rare photographs, My Life serves as both a memoir and an invaluable treasure for anyone seeking to understand the heart and soul of Indian classical music, and the man who lived for it.