Rashid Niyazi

Rashid Niyazi was born March 3, 1981, belongs to the family of traditional musicians. The son of famous harmonium player Ustad Karim Niyazi, start learning under the guidance of Tabla Maestros Ustad Hasmat Ali Khan and Ustad Akram Khan of Ajrara Gharana Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.

He has performed & Felicitated at Muscut Festival in Oman, Kal ke Kalakar in Mumbai, Sangeet Kalakar in Mumbai, Chintamani Festival in Mumbai, Motonga Festival in Mumbai, Harballabh Festival in Jalandar Punjab, ETV Channel's Tabla Player, Prasar Bharti Doordarshan's recording Tabla Player and in All India Radio Akashwani. Played with renowned artists such as Ustad Shahid Parvez, Ustad Ghulfab Khan, Ustad Karim Niyazi, Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, Ustad Kamal Sabri.

He has tought Tabla to kids and adults likewise since 1997 in 5 different Schools & 3 Music Institutes. Currently is Visiting Faculty in 3 Music Institutes.

Part-time, Rashid Niyazi is also a good Singer especially Ghazals & North Indian Music. Also have novice knowledge & can play Dholak, Harmonium & Congo.