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Welcome! This blog & newsletter will cover various topics related to music from all over the world. Ever wonder why we as musicians celebrate Vasant Panchami? Or how Sufi music has influenced the evolution of Hindustani music? Have you ever pondered the difference between Hindustani and Carnatic music? This newsletter will cover it all! Hopefully, our curiosity will grow through this, and will allow us to better connect with the music and ourselves!
When Music Becomes Prayer: The Sufi Journey to the Divine
Explore how Sufi music transcends the self through the mystical concepts of fanaa (ego dissolution) and wajd (spiritual ecstasy). From whirling dervishes in Turkey to qawwali traditions in India and Pakistan, this piece uncovers how sacred sound becomes a bridge to the divine. Keep reading to discover how intentional musical practice can guide your own search for ultimate truth and inner transformation.