Sufi music with Bahram, Latif Bolat, Sabri Brothers
As the name suggests, Sufi music takes its inspiration from Sufism and in particular from Sufi poets such as Rumi and Faiz. Sufism has been described as the distillation of the core teachings of many Eastern religions into a way of living in harmony with the universe and the Divine.
Sufism Through The Ages
Sufism is somewhat difficult to trace historically as the most sacred teachings were never written down but were passed by word of mouth from master to student. Music and ecstatic dances are characteristic of Sufism and are an important part of worship.
Traditionally, the teachings of Sufism can only be passed on by a Master who has been authorised to teach by another Master, thus creating unbroken succession back to the time of Muhammad and the prophets.
Though its origins lie in Islamic nations Sufism has spread to the Western world. Sufism has now become a collection of beliefs that can be part of Islamic practice but is just as often a religion or ‘state of mind’ that is separate from Islam. Not all Sufis are Muslims.
Sufi Music As A Path To Peace
Central to Sufism is the idea that all religions are potentially a pathway to enlightenment and unity with the Divine, and promotes peace and unity through acceptance and religious tolerance.
Sufi music and movement (dance) is an integral part of Sufism and recreates the flow of the universe: revolution, vibration, rhythm and harmony. It follows the rhythms of life, the heartbeat and breath, as a Divine Art. Whirling, dancing and poetry can lead to an ecstatic state, at the climax of which the participant ‘may see God’. It is a joyful celebration of the Divine and of universal oneness.
Regardless of race or religion Sufi music can be enjoyed by anyone. It is a truly uplifting experience, completely original and ecstatically alive!
Sufi music can be found at Music Mosaic, the Australian indie label promoting a timely and heart-warming vision:
'We encourage all cultures and nations to live together respectfully on our planet Earth. You will hear multicultural musical expressions from diverse countries, yet the sounds flow together in harmony... like a beautiful mosaic!'
The latest release 'Sufi Ecstasy' with music from Iran by Bahram, Turkey by Latif Bolat, Pakistan by Sabri Brothers and Australia by Saffron Moon, is another example of a musical mosaic of different cultures.
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