Ustad Iqbal Ahmed Khan performs raags of the rainy season at Ismaili Centre in Vancouver

Khan is considered the custodian of the Delhi gharana (musical style) that traces itself back to Hazrat Amir Khusraw, a 13th century Sufi musician, poet and scholar.

 

Over 150 guests attended the performance, representing diverse faith and cultural groups in Vancouver, and several commented on the beauty of the sounds and ambiance of the performance. One woman who was new to classical Indian music claimed that she “has found a new way of expressing her faith through the sounds of music.”

 

Khan performed a number of songs and offered explanations throughout, giving the audience an understanding of the different musical tones, beats and expressions.