Draft:Faheem Mazhar
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Faheem Mazhar (born in 1962) is a Pakistani musician and vocalist known for his contributions to Indian classical music.[1][2][3][4] The Guardian describes Mazhar, noting, "Faheem Mazhar, with his plangent, heart-catching vocals, has spent a lifetime honing his skills."[5] In a Libération article from 2004, Faheem Mazhar is praised for his distinctive vocal ability, describing him as "an inimitable voice (Faheem Mazhar possède une voix inimitable)."[6] He has gained the status of Ustad in music, hence commonly known as Ustad Faheem Mazhar Khansahab.[7]
Faheem Mazhar, received his training from notable figures including Ustad Chote Ghulam Ali Khan. During his college days from 1981 to 1983, Mazhar also served as the Secretary of the Government College University Lahore (GCUL) Music Society.[8] Over his 25-year music career, Mazhar has performed as a vocalist, composer, musicologist, and trainer across 45 countries on five continents.[9] He has showcased his skills in multiple languages including Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, Bengali, Persian, Arabic, English, Corsican, and Hebrew. His music has been commissioned for various formats such as ballets, theatre productions, documentaries, films, and teleplays. Mazhar has worked alongside renowned artists such as Philip Sheppard, Birju Maharaj, Zakir Khan, and Nitin Sawhney, and has hosted music programs for Radio Pakistan and PTV.[10][11] Faheem Mazhar has collaborated extensively with Akram Khan, serving as a vocalist.[12][13] Aizaz Sohail is the student of Ustad Faheem Mazhar.
His discography includes the semi-classical album Shaam Ke Baad and collaborative performances on London Undersound with Nitin Sawhney.[14] Mazhar has also featured in The Picture Box Orchestra[15] and collaborated with Philip Sheppard on the album Breath, highlighting his role in both national and international music contexts.
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[edit]- ^ "A case of classic neglect | Art & Culture | thenews.com.pk". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 2024-12-31.
- ^ "PAKISTAN - Faheem Mazhar: Raag Jogkauns / Raag Jai. - NXW76087-2 | Discover more releases from Naxos World Music". www.naxos.com. Retrieved 2024-12-31.
- ^ Jaggi, Maya (2006-04-01). "No barriers". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2024-12-31.
- ^ Jennings, Rose (2005-04-17). "If anyone can, Khan can". The Observer. ISSN 0029-7712. Retrieved 2024-12-31.
- ^ Jennings, Luke (2010-05-01). "Gnosis". The Observer. ISSN 0029-7712. Retrieved 2024-12-31.
- ^ GAUVILLE, Hervé. "Akram Khan, ondes positives". Libération (in French). Retrieved 2024-12-31.
- ^ "Roznama Dunya: اسپیشل فیچرز :- فہیم مظہر". Roznama Dunya: اسپیشل فیچرز :-. Retrieved 2024-12-31.
- ^ "GC University Lahore". gcu.edu.pk. Retrieved 2024-12-31.
- ^ "کلاسیکل گلوکار فہیم مظہر 6 ملکوں کے دورے کے بعد وطن پہنچ گئے". Nawaiwaqt (in Urdu). 2010-07-14. Retrieved 2024-12-31.
- ^ Reporter, The Newspaper's Staff (2019-08-14). "Alhamra's I-Day event to feature walk, music and theatre". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 2024-12-31.
- ^ Salman, Peerzada (2022-11-22). "Music Festival ends on a high note". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 2024-12-31.
- ^ "Polaroid Feet - Akram Khan Company". www.akramkhancompany.net. 2001-04-08. Retrieved 2024-12-31.
- ^ "Ronin - Akram Khan Company". www.akramkhancompany.net. 2003-04-11. Retrieved 2024-12-31.
- ^ Daybreak (feat. Faheem Mazhar) by Nitin Sawhney on Apple Music, 2008-10-08, retrieved 2024-12-31
- ^ They Walk (feat. Faheem Mazhar) by Alies Sluiter on Apple Music, 2013-03-01, retrieved 2024-12-31