Ashraf Hydroz is an Indian Sufi and Hindustani classical musician, primarily focusing on Qawwali, mystic ghazals and Sufiana Kalaams,[1] a devotional musical form of the Sufi Muslims. He is a disciple of renowned Hindustani musician Ustad Fayaz Khan from Bangalore.[2]
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| Background information | |
| Born | Mattancherry, Cochin, Kerala |
| Origin | Indian |
| Genres | Sufi, Qawwali, Hindustani, Carnatic classical |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, composer |
| Instruments | Vocals, harmonium |
| Years active | 1980–present |
| Website | ashrafhydrozsufi |
Biography
editAshraf Hydroz was born in Mattancherry, Cochin, India,[2] and his instinct of music is carried over from his father late Mr Hydroz, who was a very versatile artist. Inspired by the Sabri Brothers, he went on to pursue a Masters and M.Phil in music from Delhi University,[3] from the Faculty of Music and Fine Arts, where he obtained the "Sangeeta Siromani" title.[4][5]
Career
editHe has performed at various prestigious occasions including the "Kochi-Muziris Biennale" (2016-2017), and portrayed his Sufi musical enchantments across stages in India, USA and Australia.[3][failed verification] He also formed and leads his Sufi music band "Khayal-e-Qawwali".[4]
References
edit- ^ The New Indian Express, "In Praise of the almighty" - 20 March 2017
- ^ a b The Hindu, "Ashraf Hydroz’s music for the soul" - 16 August 2018
- ^ a b Deccan Chronicle, "To unite the divided masses" - 14 May 2018
- ^ a b Pinkerala - "SAJDA the Qawwal Ensemble Presents KHAYAL-E-QAWWALI Conducted at Kochi" - 17 December 2015
- ^ Asian Age, "Music for love" - 3 September 2017