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ISLAMABAD, Sep 17 (APP):Ustad Amanat Ali Khan, the legendary maestro of classical and semi-classical music and the soul of the Patiala Gharana was remembered on his 51st death anniversary (today) as his timeless voice continues to echo in the hearts of music lovers.
Ustad Amanat Ali Khan’s contribution to classical and semi-classical music remains unmatched, as his voice brought a rare emotional depth and spiritual intensity to every performance.
His interpretations of raags and ghazals set new standards in vocal artistry, influencing not only his contemporaries but also generations of musicians who followed.
Today, his style is studied, imitated, and revered in classical music circles across the subcontinent, said a report with media channels.
Born in 1932 into a family steeped in rich musical tradition, Ustad Amanat Ali Khan emerged as one of the most revered classical vocalists of his era.
After relocating to Lahore following the Partition, he rose to prominence through Radio Pakistan, where his powerful yet deeply sensitive voice distinguished him in a generation filled with musical giants.
“His voice did not just carry notes it carried emotion, tradition and poetry,” recalled a fellow classical
artist. “You did not just listen to him, you felt him.”
Often mentioned alongside legends like Mehdi Hassan and Ghulam Ali, Ustad Amanat Ali Khan carved a unique legacy with timeless classics such as Insha Ji Utho, Mausam Badla Rut Gudrai, and Honton Pe Kabhi Un Ke Mera Naam Bhi Aaye.
He passed away on September 17, 1974, at the age of just 42, leaving behind a legacy far beyond his
years.
Today, his musical spirit lives on through his sons, Shafqat Amanat Ali and Rustom Fateh Ali Khan, who carry forward the Patiala Gharana’ s legacy blending classical depth with contemporary innovation, just as their father so masterfully did.