Mukhtar Begum
1911 - 1982
Teacher: Ustad Ashiq Ali Khan
A standard bearer to the likes of Farida Khanum and Noor Jehan, Mukhtar Begum was considered an icon amongst the ghazal singers of the gramophone era. Her qualities included her command over classical music and understanding of Urdu poetry.
1926 - 2000
Teachers: Ustad Gh.Mohammad & Ustad Bade Gh. Ali Khan
The legendary playback singer Malika-e- Tarannum Noor Jehan was an equally proficient ghazal singer. With rigorous training in classical music, Noor Jehan employed the essential features necessary to present the ghazal in an exceptional manner.
Mehdi Hassan
1929-
Teachers: Ustad Azeem Khan and Ustad Ismail Khan
Known as the Shehenshah –e- ghazal, legendary vocalist Mehdi Hassan has enriched ghazal gayaki with his mellifluous voice, perfection of sur and extraordinary ability as a composer.
1933-
Teacher: Ustad Ashiq Ali Khan
Farida Khanum is appropriately known as the “Malika-e- Ghazal”. With strong grooming in khayal and thumri, her performances are marked by elegance, poise and sophistication. She was conferred the Ustad Hafiz Ali Khan award in 2005.
1934- 1997
Teacher: Ustad Latafat Hussain Khan
An exceptional khayal, thumri and ghazal singer, Bashir Khan was a member of the Rampur/ Bhindi Bazaar gharanas. His renditions were marked with wonderful Behlawas and Murkis.
1938-
Teacher: Ustad Chand Khan
Another pillar amongst the ghazal singers of the sub-continent, Iqbal Bano is renowned for presenting the ghazal in its authenticity. Her style is reminiscent of the legendary Begum Akhtar.
1940-
Teachers: Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan, Ustad Barkat Ali Khan & Ustad Mubarak Ali Khan
Ghulam Ali is a born genius responsible for modernising ghazal gayaki. Internationally renowned, his strengths lie in his mastery over rhythm and skill of blending the Patiala style to the ghazal foray.
Salamat Ali
1950-
Teachers: Mehdi Hassan & Ustad Sharif Khan
Salamat Ali is a leading exponent of ghazal and thumri from the Mehdi Hassan school of thought. He possesses an excellent aesthetic sense in conveying the essence of poetry through his music.
Aqeel Manzoor
1950-
Teacher: Ustad Salamat Ali Khan
Based in Lahore, Aqeel Manzoor is a highly respected ghazal and kafi singer. A senior disciple of Ustad Salamat Ali Khan, Aqeel employs various facets of the Shamchaurasi gharana into his singing.
1956-
Teacher: Kajjan Begum
Gulbahar Bano
1963-
Teacher: Afzal Khan
A talented ghazal singer of the younger generation, Gulbahar makes regular appearances on Radio, Television and Music conferences.
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Adnan Sami who is now residing in India is one of my favourite Singers.
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