Structurally, qawwali is intimately linked to Khusraw, who not only birthed the style, but also created the elements to make it possible. It is usually performed with a lead singer and chorus, playing ...

dholak and other percussive instruments. There was a time when women were banned from performing Qawwali music, but things have changed. A lead vocalist and a small team of side singers take turns ...

The unique performance featured classic Qawwali instruments such as the harmonium and tabla, with soulful Sufi-inspired vocals transforming the upbeat track into a deeply cultural experience.

Justin Bieber's hit 'Baby' was recently transformed into a Qawwali performance at a university event in Lahore, Pakistan, blending pop with traditional Sufi music. This unique fusion, using ...