Arts, Culture, Music
A look into the restoration of the Mughal Emperor Humayun’s 16th-century garden tomb, the jewel of Mughal architecture that predates the Taj Mahal, and the inauguration ceremony. ARC-157
A look back at some of our performance and exhibition favorites that celebrate Black history.
This week, we take a closer look at how music fosters the development of our living Muslim heritage in societies across the world, serving as a spark for human creativity and connection to the divine.
President Ameerally Kassim-Lakha joins to share the final installment of 'From the Heart', discussing the importance of resilience as a critical soft skill for success in one's career and in life.
Host Zulekha Nathoo then sits down with Fairouz Nishanova, Director of the Aga Khan Music Programme to explore how the Aga Khan Trust for Culture collaborates with exceptionally creative musicians, artists, educators, and arts presenters from around the world.
We then join the musicians who represented Canada at the Diamond Jubilee Homage Ceremony to reflect on their experiences from that epical occasion.
The #AgaKhan Trust for Culture (#AKTC) was invited by #Expo2020 Dubai to present its work under the theme of Best Practice in Urban & Rural Development – to share experiences, successes, and lessons learned from its Aga Khan Historic Cities Programme. The Trust chose to showcase its work in Pakistan. For urban regeneration, it featured interventions carried out in the city of Lahore with the Government of Punjab through the Walled City Lahore Authority (WCLA). For rural development, interventions in Gilgit-Baltistan were presented.
Mr. Kamran Lashari, Director General, WCLA, and Mr. Tausif Ahmad, CEO, AKTC Pakistan, presented the work with audience participation through an interactive question and answer session. The Pakistan Ambassador to UAE, His Excellency Afzaal Mahmood graced the occasion and thanked the Aga Khan Development Network for its contribution to the development of Pakistan.
For more about the Aga Khan Trust for Culture: https://www.akdn.org/our-agencies/aga...
In Revitalising the Citadels of Syria, we looking into the AKTC's conservation work on the citadels of Aleppo, Salah ad-Din, and Masyaf. World of the Fatimids gives us an insight into the historical world of the Fatimids in Cairo and its significance in modern-day Islam.
The Ismaili Jamatkhana and Center are pleased to present, "Arts and Sounds of the Islamic World." The program will begin to explore the vast world of Islamic arts through a discussion with Dr. Aimée Froom, Curator, Art of the Islamic Worlds, Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, and a musical performance by Shahid Qalandar.
The Ismaili Sounds A selection of songs from Ismaili Sounds. My Imam, Shab-e-Didam, Everything's Gonna Be Alright, Dua-e-Reham, Mazee Balayem.
Today we look back on the highlights of the opening ceremony of the Aga Khan Museum, Toronto, Canada.
Ismaili Jamatkhana and Center in collaboration with the City of Houston and the Consulate General of Pakistan in Houston is pleased to present a performance featuring Fareed Ayaz and Abu Muhammad Qawwals. The legendary master musicians from Pakistan hail from the historical Qawwal Bachon Ka Gharana, the oldest school of Hindustani classical music tradition. The duo is continuing a rich family tradition going back centuries performing Qawwali, the Sufi devotional art form that brings literary works that span several cultural and geographic influences.
Aga Khan Museum some of our top content from 2020.
Renowned Belgian Flutist Christian Plouvier and acclaimed International Concert Pianist Avenline Gram, delight an audience with an extensive repertoire of music, exquisite in choice, harmony, and presentation. The artists synchronise their performance of melodies ranging from classical to popular. The event was co-hosted by the Belgian Business Council, the Belgian Embassy, and the Ismaili Centre Dubai.
Indulge in enjoyable memories of the Salgirah celebration through Ismaili Geets (songs). A journey of a few words that speak volumes about the relationship between the Imam of the time and His murids.
A look into the highlights of the Aga Khan Award for Architecture's Fourteenth Cycle, held in Kazan, Russia, 2019.
We Are The World" Songwriters: Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie in 1985, This song is offered as an expression of our continual gratitude love, and appreciation for our beloved Mawlana Hazar Imam on the occasion of the 84th year of his Birthday.
Salgirah Celebrations: Ek Vaar Mare Ghamre Avo
Jashn-e-Salgirah is a nonstop Raas medley performed especially for the occasion of Salgirah. Move your tables, set your chairs aside, bring out your Dandia sticks, and get your Raas game on!
"Happy Birthday Shah Karim", a heartfelt ode to the Imam-of-the-Time performed in Urdu by Naila Karmali in Calgary, Canada.
"Mawla Teraa Shukr," performed by Taufiq Karmali and Farhana Kassamali. The song’s lyrics express gratitude to the Imam for his grace and mercy and for remaining always by our side.
Through this non-stop rasra medley featuring over 10 artists from across Canada, we come together to celebrate the birthday of our dear Beloved Mawlana Hazar Imam. The collection of songs in multiple languages offer our felicitations on this special day, shukrana for his continued guidance, and express our utmost joy on this special day!
Join Khayal for an uplifting celebration through Garba and Raas music. Clap to the beat, dance to the rhythm, and sing along with your heart! Featuring artists from around the world, Khayal represents and highlights the spirit of One Jamat.
Join Tajik artists as we celebrate the joy and love of Mawlud (Salgirah). This is a beautifully staged musical program based on Shamsi Tabrezi poems on the devotion to divine love.