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1963 in Chicago, IL

 

Fareed Haque is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born on March 3, 1963, in Chicago, Illinois, Haque was raised in a family of musicians. His father, Ustad Allaudin Khan, was a renowned sitar player, and his mother, Ingrid Haque, was a singer and pianist. Haque's parents were both professors of music at Northern Illinois University, and they encouraged him to pursue music from a young age. Haque began playing the guitar at the age of four and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. He started performing in public at the age of six and was soon playing in local clubs and festivals. Haque's parents recognized his talent and enrolled him in the Suzuki method, a teaching method that emphasizes learning music by ear and repetition. Haque continued to study music throughout his childhood and adolescence, and he eventually attended Northwestern University, where he earned a degree in classical guitar performance. After graduation, Haque began performing professionally, playing in jazz and fusion bands and collaborating with other musicians. In 1985, Haque joined the faculty of Northern Illinois University, where he taught guitar and music theory. He continued to perform and record throughout the 1980s and 1990s, releasing several albums and touring extensively. In 1994, Haque joined the faculty of the Jazz Studies program at DePaul University in Chicago, where he still teaches today. He has also taught at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and the University of North Texas. Throughout his career, Haque has collaborated with a wide range of musicians, including tabla player Zakir Hussain, saxophonist Joe Lovano, and pianist Ahmad Jamal. He has also performed with orchestras and chamber ensembles, including the Chicago Sinfonietta and the Chicago Chamber Musicians. Haque's music is known for its fusion of classical, jazz, and world music influences. He has recorded albums that feature traditional Indian music, flamenco, and Brazilian jazz, among other styles. His virtuosic guitar playing and innovative compositions have earned him critical acclaim and a devoted following. In addition to his work as a performer and educator, Haque has also been recognized for his contributions to the world of music. He has received numerous awards and honors, including the Illinois Arts Council Fellowship in Music Composition, the Jazz Journalists Association Award for Best Guitarist, and the Chicago Music Awards Jazz Entertainer of the Year. Haque's most recent album, "Trance Hypothesis," was released in 2019 and features his original compositions for guitar and tabla. He continues to perform and record, and his influence on the world of music is sure to be felt for many years to come.

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