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Amir Khan
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Background information
Also known as Sur Rang
Born (1912-08-15)15 August 1912
Indore, Indore State, British India
Died 13 February 1974(1974-02-13) (aged 61)
Calcutta, West Bengal, India
Genres Indian classical music
(Khyal, Tarana)
Occupation(s) Hindustani classical vocalist
Years active 1934–1974
Labels EMI, HMV, Music Today, Inreco, Ninaad, Navras, Columbia, The Twin

Ustad Amir Khan (15 August 1912 – 13 February 1974) was a well-known Indian classical vocalist. He is considered one of the most influential figures in Hindustani classical music, and the founder of the Indore gharana.

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