Saami Brothers Qawwali

Presented by Small World Music, the Aga Khan Museum and The Creative School Chrysalis

Join us for an evening of powerful Sufi voices & rhythms with Saami Brothers Qawwali group.

Known as 'the path of the heart’, Qawwali music expresses the fervent devotion of the great Sufi mystics. The music begins by drawing the audience in with a meditative rhythm of chants, melodies, and percussion. Steadily, the rhythm builds, reaching ecstatic peaks that transport both musicians and listeners closer to the divine.

are a group of accomplished vocalists and humble custodians of the traditions of Qawwali and Khayaal of Hazrat Ameer Khusrau and Ustad Taanrus Khan Sahab.

The four sons of the critically acclaimed Maestro Ustad Naseeruddin Saami, the Saami Brothers Qawwali are well-versed in several eastern classical genres, currently performing as a Riwayati Qawwali group.

The Saami Brothers grew up in a family with rich musical heritage, referred to as Qawal Bachcha Delhi Gharana. The lineage of this gharana leads back around 800 years, all the way back to Saamat Bin Ibrahim, a principal student of Hazrat Ameer Khusro.

PLEASE NOTE:

• 'Orchestra A' tickets have 'Meet and Greet' included. LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE!
• When purchasing tickets for Youth (4 years - 15 years) use the promo code YOUTH50 to receive 50% off General Admission tickets. LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE! MEET & GREET NOT INCLUDED IN THIS PROMO. For youth ticket purchasers, ID will be required at the time of check in.
• This event is ages 4 and up.
• If you require accessibility services or seating, please email the Small World team at
• Doors open at 7pm ET.

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✨ The Art of Devotion

We’re excited to announce an immersive experience of South Asian music coming your way.

Things kick off in May, but be sure to head to the Small World Music website to get those tickets!

This performance is part of the Art of Devotion Series - an exploration of Qawwali music.

Don't miss the rest of the series:

May 15, 2024 | Small World Centre

Lecture: An Introduction to Qawwali Music

An audiovisual exploration into the world of Qawwali music

May 17, 2024 | Aga Khan Museum

Reflections on Khusrau and Kabir: Featuring Ustad Naseeruddin Saami and Ramneek Singh

An evening of music and poetry as we explore the rich legacy of Hazrat Amir Khusrau and Saint Kabir Das.

May 18, 2024 | The Creative School Chrysalis (TMU Theatre)

Saami Brothers Qawwali

An evening of powerful Sufi voices & rhythms with Saami Brothers Qawwali group.

Thank you to our Community Partners Virasat and The Tawoos Initiative.

The 2024 Small World Music Series is sponsored by TD Bank Group through the TD Ready Commitment and funded by the Government of Canada, Canada Council for the Arts, Ontario Arts Council, and the City of Toronto through the Toronto Arts Council.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Toronto Metropolitan University Theatre, 43 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, Canada