Ustad Hussain Baksh Gullo
Ustad Hussain Bakhsh Gullo استاد حسین بخش گلو | |
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| Born | c. 1948 |
| Origin | Punjab, Pakistan |
| Died | December 5, 2023 |
| Genres | Classical, Khayal, Thumri, Kafi |
| Occupation | Vocalist |
| Years active | 1960s–2023 |
Ustad Hussain Baksh Gullo (c. 1948 – 5 December 2023) was a Pakistani classical vocalist and composer associated with Sham Chaurasia and Patiala Gharanas.
Early life and background
Gullo was born in Punjab, Pakistan and grew up in a family of musicians. His father, Ustad Nathu Khan, was a classical vocalist who trained him in music.[1] Gullo was also a gandha-bandh student of Ustad Salamat Ali Khan.[2][3]
Career
Gullo started his broadcast career on Radio Pakistan and subsequently appeared regularly on Pakistan Television. He performed classical ragas such as Marwa, Todi, and Lalit throughout his career. Among his recorded works is the Punjabi kafi “Dardaan de daru loko daso kithon milde.” [4] He also performed in India, Europe, and North America.
He was among the performers at an event in India where Lata Mangeshkar was in the audience.[5][3]
Teaching and legacy
Gullo taught at the Alhamra Academy of Performing Arts under the Lahore Arts Council, where he mentored classical singers. He received the Pride of Performance award in 2010 from the President of Pakistan, in recognition of his contributions to classical music.[6]
Artistry
His musical style is a mix of khayal, thumri, ghazal, and kafi.[7][8]
Personal life
Gullo is the father of classical vocalists Ghulam Shabir Gullo Khan,[3] Suraj Khan, and Chand Khan. He is also an uncle of Ustad Shafqat Ali Khan and the brother-in-law of Ustad Salamat Ali Khan.[9]
References
- ^ "Ustad Hussain Baksh Gullo passes away in Lahore". The Express Tribune. 5 December 2023. Retrieved 22 November 2025.
- ^ Staff Reporter (6 December 2023). "Classical singer Hussain Bakhsh Gullu is no more". Dawn. Retrieved 22 November 2025.
- ^ a b c Tribune Web Desk (24 December 2023). "Remembering Ustad Hussain Bakhsh Gullu, Lahore's Sham Chaurasi gharana legend". The Tribune. Retrieved 24 November 2025.
- ^ "Veteran classical singer Hussain Bakhsh Gullo passes away". Dunya News. 5 December 2023. Retrieved 22 May 2025.
- ^ "Ustad Hussain Baksh Gullo passes away". Aaj English TV. 5 December 2023. Retrieved 22 May 2025.
- ^ "President confers Pride of Performance Awards". Pakistan Today. 24 March 2010. Retrieved 22 May 2025.
- ^ Staff Reporter (6 December 2023). "Classical singer Hussain Bakhsh Gullu is no more". Dawn. Retrieved 22 November 2025.
- ^ "Pakistan mourns death of classical music maestro Ustad Gullo". Arab News. 6 December 2023. Retrieved 22 May 2025.
- ^ "Ustad Hussain Baksh Gullo passes away in Lahore". The Express Tribune. 6 December 2023. Retrieved 22 May 2025.