Mehr & Sher Ali (part one)

Characterized by strong voices, explosive hand-clapping and intricate rhythms performed by all-male ensembles, qawwali is devotional music based on the mystic poetry of the Sufi masters. Pakistani-born brothers Mehr and Sher Ali, who lead the ensemble, received their early musical training from their father, a court classical singer in India. They believe that qawwali transcends the limitations of orthodox religion and that the music can bring harmony and peace to the soul, while projecting a message of unity and love for all. Saturday, April 26, 2008 UW World Series Meany Hall for the Performing Arts University of Washington, Seattle, WA