Qawwali is a musical form associated with the sama’, spiritual ... These singers are supported by musicians playing percussion instruments, the dholak or tabla, and a sitar, a long-necked stringed ...

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 iconic pop track was transformed into a Qawwali performance, blending Western pop with the rich traditions of Sufi music. The performance featured traditional instruments such as the harmonium ...