India, March 15 -- In the labyrinth of memory where echoes of a bygone era linger like whispered secrets, the prodigious percussionist, Taufiq Qureshi traces the origins of his musical lineage. "I am a musician," he declares, as his voice resonates with the cadence of his passion. "I'm a percussionist, and I go by the title of a percussionist composer." His words, laden with reverence, echo the richness of heritage that deep rooted in Punjab, where the tabla reigns supreme.

From a tender age, Taufiq was cradled not only in his mother's arms but also in the harmonious embrace of the tabla. "My first musical or rhythmic experience started from the time I was brought home from the hospital," he reminisces, casting a glance back to the earli...