MUMBAI: The fourth edition of the World Sufi Spirit Festival will witness the state of Rajasthan playing host to exponents of Sufi from national and international shores. Patronised by world renowned artiste Sting, the fest will witness performances by artistes like Kailash Kher among others.
The festival will also feature artistes from Egypt, Iran, Zanzibar, Pakistan, Tajikistan and China performing along with traditional Rajasthani folk musicians displaying the cultural heritage of the city. The musicians of the desert; Manganiyars and Langas, will also host a children’s musician workshop.
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Maharaja Gaj Singh II said, The World Sufi Spirit Festival is a humble step towards preserving and encouraging the sacred art of Sufism. Our endeavor is to create a huge platform for national and international Sufi exponents to come together and create an extraordinary enriching experience for one and all….
Sting said, We are spirits in a material world. Join the Sufi Spirit World Festival at Nagaur-Jodhpur and experience the magic. This is a wonderful opportunity for India to combine its spiritual heritage with the beauty of sacred music and dance….
Organised by the Mehrangarh Museum Trust, the festival will kick start on 16 February at Nagaur culminating on 21 February at Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur.
List of Performers:
India – Kailash Kher, The Nayiks, Sonam Kalra, Kalakar Children, Mehardeen Khan, Sher Khan, The Rajasthan Langa Troup, Darbar Morchang Party,The Teratali dancers & singers, China – Wang Li
Pakistan – Fareed Ayyaz & Party
Egypt – Tanourah Sufi Dance
Iran – Vahdat sisters
Zanzibar – Mtendeni Maulid Ensemble
Africa – The Musicians of the Nile, Deba ritual
