Early Life and Background
Taranath's most significant studenship was under Shamsuddin Khan, gurubhai of Ahmed Jan Thirakwa and main accompanist to Kirana gharana vocalist Abdul Karim Khan. He also learned from Subbarao Ankolekar, Vishnu Goakar, "Laya Brahma Bhaskar" Khaprumama of Goa, Fayaz Khan of Kanpur, Shankarao Alkutkar, Baburao Ghokle, and Kallu Khan, all noted percussionists.
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