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The Art of the Sufi

Saturday 7 September 2024

In the Utzon Room

Classical Music

Experience the mystical sounds of Sufi music, with virtuoso musicians, along with recitations of Rumi’s writings. Emmerse yourselves in mystic melodies that resonate with centuries-old wisdom and love.

When a concert leaves you feeling excited and energised for hours afterwards, you know it was an exceptionally good one

Len Power

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Music that will nourish and transcend your soul…

Come, come, whoever you are. Wanderer, worshipper, lover of leaving. It doesn't matter. Ours is not a caravan of despair. Come, even if you have broken your vow a thousand times. Come, yet again, come, come.’ - Rumi

Sufism, emphasizes the inward search for the Divine and spiritual enlightenment through love, knowledge, and direct personal experience. Originating in the 7th century Anatolia, Sufism is now known all across the Earth

Sufi music, is integral to this traditionUtilizing instruments like the ney, kanun, daf and voice, Sufi musicians evoke deep emotional responses through rhythmic chants and soul-stirring melodies. 

‘The Art of the Sufi’ promises a transformative journeyPrepare to be moved, enlightened, and uplifted by this timeless, profound musical experience.

Presented by Ayse Goknur Shanal

Artists

Ayşe Göknur Shanal
Voice

Alptekin Habiboğlu 
Ney/Oud

Ali Peñacoba 
Ney

Tarık Hüseyin 
Kanun

Zak Partoredjo
Guitar

Erhan Boduk
Percussion

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