Description
Experience an extraordinary evening of music as Royal Albert Hall Associate Artists Abi Sampa and Rushil Ranjan bring their internationally acclaimed Orchestral Qawwali Project back to Bradford Literature Festival, where the ensemble made its debut performance.
Blending the devotional power of qawwali with sweeping orchestral arrangements and soaring choral vocals, this pioneering production creates a breathtaking dialogue between South Asian spiritual traditions and contemporary musical expression. Rooted in the timeless poetry of love, longing and transcendence, the performance honours the rich legacy of Qawwali music while reimagining it for new audiences.
A powerful and uplifting celebration of beauty, connection and our shared human experience.
About the Musician
Orchestral Qawwali Project
The Orchestral Qawwali Project is a unique ensemble blending Western Classical, choral, Indian Classical, and Sufi music. Led by composer Rushil Ranjan and singer Abi Sampa, they have risen to prominence, selling out venues worldwide and amassing millions of online listeners. The Orchestral Qawwali Project isn’t just a musical ensemble; it’s a phenomenon that transcends boundaries, uniting people through their remarkable sound.
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