Ustad Bashir Khan is one of the senior most artistes in Pakistan. Initiated into the intricate art by his father, Miran Buksh, Khansahib inherited the authentic baaj of Punjab gharana through his guru, Miyan Karim Buksh Pairna.
As a soloist, he has proved his competence and abundant knowledge of traditional fixed compositions as well as excellent improvisational abilities. He is also loved for his fine accompaniment aesthetics.
Having represented his gharana and country both nationally and internationally to much acclaim, Ustad Bashir Khan has also been conferred the Presidents’ Pride of Performance in 2007 in recognition for services rendered towards his instrument.He is presently teaching at the National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA).