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Fareed Haque, a Chicago-born guitarist born in 1963, has established himself as a pivotal figure in jazz fusion and world music. Known for collaborations with Zawinul Syndicate, Sting, Paquito D'Rivera, Garaj Mahal, and the Chicago Immigrant Orchestra, Haque also shares his knowledge as an NIU professor and leads multiple groups. His work spans jazz guitar, classical crossover, and fusion, weaving Latin and Indian influences into dynamic performances that have earned critical acclaim and awards, including Guitar Player Magazine's Best World Guitarist (2009) and a 2007 Independent Music Award with Garaj Mahal. The Fareed Haque Group continues this legacy with adventurous repertoire, original compositions, and virtuosic performances that connect audiences to a global musical conversation.