Zohrabai
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Zohrabai Agrewali (1868–1913), also known mononymously as Zohrabai, was one of the most noted and influential singers of Hindustani Classical Music from the early 1900s. Along with Gauhar Jan, she marks the dying phase of the tawaif[2] singing tradition in Indian classical music. Known for her masculine style of singing,[3] she recorded several songs for the Gramophone Company of India.
Not to be confused with actor-singer Zohrabai Ambalewali.
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Born | 1868 |
Origin | Agra, British Raj |
Died | 1913 (aged 45) |
Genres | Hindustani classical music, Agra gharana |
Occupation(s) | Classical Vocalist |
Labels | Gramophone Company[1] |
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