- country:United Kingdom
- style(s):Qawwali, Classical Music
- label:Dhamma Records
- type:Composer/Songwriter, Small Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Large Ensemble
- gender:male, female
- instrumentation:instrumental, vocal, a cappella, percussion, visual, string, woodwind, brass, singer songwriter, piano
- artist posted by:Midnight Mango Ltd
Line up
- Abi Sampa (Lead vocalist )
- Full orchestra options (various)
- Qawwali outfit (various)
- Rushil Ranjan (Orchestra lead)
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Widely regarded as the biggest step forward in Sufi music in decades, the Orchestral Qawwali Project has captivated audiences through its unique combination of Sufi poetry, Indian Classical dance and orchestral arrangements. Written and directed by critically acclaimed composer, Rushil Ranjan, the Project features the soaring vocals of Abi Sampa in effortless combination with rich orchestral arrangements and powerful chants. All of these elements come together seamlessly to truly encapsulate qawwali's original intention - to lead the listener to spiritual rapture.
Since the release of their first work in 2020, the duo have moved from strength to strength, performing with world class orchestras and selling out concert halls around the world including the Southbank Centre, the Roundhouse and Al Wasl Plaza in Dubai.
"Unmistakable ragas and the soaring bows of an orchestra reverberate with the gravitas of a Hans Zimmer score" - The Guardian
"Rapturously energetic." - The Financial TImes
"The Holy Trifecta of Music " - Vogue
"The true magic of the evening... A Stunner" - The Times
" truly a rare example of how performative art can transcend and transform the boundaries of its nature" - The Glasgow Guardian
Agent: ethan@midnightmango.co.uk