Noted Tabla maestro Lachu Maharaj passed away in Varanasi late last night. 73 years old table maestro Lakshmi Narayan Singh "lachu Maharaj" was renowned internationally and belonged to Banaras gharana. <br/><br/>According to his family sources, he was admitted to local hospital after chest pain last evening. He lived a simple life and stayed out of publicity, even refusing awards. He was admired by music lovers and has many famous disciples. He will be cremated on Friday in Varanasi.