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WHEN:
Friday, September 13, 2024
WHERE:
South Asia Institute
1925 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
A spokesperson describes the event as follows:
“...Ustad Saami, hailing from Karachi, Pakistan, is a living repository of the ancient Khayal tradition, a style of classical singing that has been passed down through generations. With over six decades of dedication to his craft, Ustad Saami’s performances are a profound journey through the intricate ragas and deeply spiritual compositions that define his unique style. His music transcends the ordinary, offering listeners an experience of unparalleled depth and emotion. Ustad Saami is also the last living vocal practitioner of an ancient 49-note microtonal Surti (or shruti) scale…"
