Gul Mohammad Khan
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| Gul Mohammad Khan | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1876 Tirhut, Darbhanga, Bihar, British India |
| Died | 1979 (aged 102–103) |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
Ustad Gul Mohammad Khan (1876–1979) was a Bangladeshi musician.[1] He was awarded Ekushey Padak in 1977 by the Government of Bangladesh.[1]
Background
Khan's father, Ustad Ahmad Khan, was a singer in the court of the Maharaja. His grandfather, Ustad Namder Khan, was also a musician.[1]
Career
Khan was skilled in Dhrupad and Kheyal.[1] He performed at the inauguration ceremony of the Dhaka Radio Centre. Later he joined the institute as a music teacher.[1]
Awards and honors
- Bulbul Academy Award (1965)
- Pride of Performance Award (1971) by the President of Pakistan
- Ekushey Padak (1977)
The Shilpakala Academy held a reception in Khan's honor in 1977.
References
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