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Qawwali
Qawwali is a devotional musical tradition associated with South Asian Sufi practice, combining powerful ensemble singing, poetry, rhythm and audience participation.
Key points
- Performed at many Sufi shrines and cultural venues
- Uses devotional poetry in several languages
- Features lead-and-response ensemble singing
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India
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Sources and verification
- [1] Sangeet Natak Akademi – Performing Arts of India — Sangeet Natak Akademi, Ministry of Culture, Government of India Government Institution Portal View source
Last verified: 25/10/2026