Oh the tabla players can be really involved. Once I was at a live performance and the tabla guy went into a trance and played so beautifully, that the qawal (singer) went quite half way through the song and so did the keyboard player and the room went quite. Tabla guy didn't noticed and just kept playing for a good 2 mins before realising. The room gave him a standing ovation. That was an amazing experience
I just came across your channel and seeing you reacting, respecting and appreciating our music from Pakistan made me very happy. We are truly blessed to have masters here. The names in the lyrics refer to a lineage of saints and holy figures. Amir Khusrau (a great scholar, poet and philosopher) was a disciple to Khawaja Nizamuddin Auliya (a Sufi Muslim saint); so Khusrsau expresses his devotion and love throughout his lyrics to the saint. And through the music the expression continues to his lineage of sufi saints.
As a fellow amateur musician I must congratulate for putting out an amazing detailed reaction. Few corrections/comments though, at 6:25 "you mentioned "another increase in the tempo", this is actually the impression we tend to get, however, technically speaking there isn't any tempo change as the time signature stayed the same. The vocalists kept singing in same time signature. What actually happened was that the Tabla doubled its time. This is a common practice in Qawali and ghazal genre. Second interesting thing in your video was your comparison of Eastern and Western music. You were surprisingly spot on in guessing that the Eastern music has room to improvise. The Western music and classical classical music is very structured however, Eastern classical music is very improvised. There are just two attributes defined, Raag and Taal. Taal means tempo or time signature. This basically defines that what percussion pattern and time signature Tabla needs to play and follow, some famous patterns are TinTaal (16/4), Kehrwa (8/4), Dadra (6/4) and Jhaptaal (10/4, this one was in used in Kangana by Fareed Ayaz). The other defined attribute is Raag which translates to Scale, or most accurately it translates to Modes. Basically it defines the list of notes to be played/sing and in both ascending and descending order and then singer and other musicians can improvise while staying within the confines of these rules, this was exactly what you noticed there.
Actually the tablas are the pair of drums in the front , normally those are the only 2 drums played by the tabla player, but this guy had a “Dholak “ completely different percussive drum instrument in his lap and playing that along with the narrow tabla drum . His mastery is on another level to mash 2 instruments like that . Absolutely brilliant.
Amjad Sabri died a couple of months ago after this was recorded. He was shot and he couldn't watch this performance as it wasn't released by then. An amazing reaction as always tho ❤️ You should also react to Garaj Baras by Coke Studio Season 1. It's got that classical and rock fusion mix that coke studio was known for back then
Rang also means Color As in many cultures, color is associated with Joy or Jubilance Therefore the "Rang" translate to an event of Hapiness as can be understood from the context of the song (This Style of singing is known as Qawali, Roughly translated for your Understanding, Singing associated with Sufism)
This is amazing to see that some body from west is capable to understand a very different eastern music.music is for everybody.music shows that all humans are same.lots of love from canada pakistan
This poem/song was written by Ameer Khusro(1253-1325AD) as a student for his spiritual teacher Nizam uddin, more than 700 years ago. Nizam uddin was considered a "true friend of God" like a saint and his shrine is in India. Ameer khusro's writings are timeless and pure. Khurso was sufi singer, musician, poet and a scholar during the Dehli kingdom.
These are generational artists... Some of their families have been studying music for hundreds of years. This was written 700+ years ago by Amir Khusro for his spiritual master Nizamuddin Auliya. This form of singing is called Qawwali. Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan (Rahat Fateh Ali Khan's uncle) is the greatest legend of Qawwali music. React to ............... Crest by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan to see his wide range of vocals with a western touch. Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan has another famous nephew Muazzam Ali Khan. React to................Sawaal Kande Utte | Ali Azmat, Muazzam Ali Khan. You will definitely like it.
This is one of my most favorite coke studio tracks. And such a great reaction. Thank you so much for such admiration towards our music. If you really wanna enjoy this particular song, listen to it while driving a car, it really turns into something else. And I think you should really react to Channa or Tajdar e Haram by Atif Aslam, two of Coke studio Pakistan's best tracks ever. I feel food and music are two things that have the power to truly bring people together, and seeing us all come together through music is such an endearing feeling. Lots of love from Pakistan Man.
"Sawal kanday uttay" from coke studio will blow you away but i doubt you will ever get to enjoy it because you might not get enough comments or requests to check it out. A fusion of rock and classic, a masterpiece yet so underrated. Hope you make it to that track somehow.
In your last reaction of Fateh Ali Khan, you became speechless, cried, became emotional. You came to analyse but were out of words. Probably that was the best analysis.
I think this is the only pure qawwali track featured in Coke Studio. All other qawwali were fused with western instruments, but this is the purest form of qawwali you would get. In Qawwali, the lead singer acts like a conductor, leading and orchestrating the back up vocals and the table player. The tabla player for a qawwali is the one holding the band together. Coke Studio performance are rehearsed and pre-planned, where as in live Qawwali sessions, the lead singer could play with the tempo, the length of the track. Rahay Fateh Ali Khan comes from the Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan qawwal family while Amjad Sabri comes from the Sabri brother qawwal family. If you listen to both of the ustads of these two, their live performances could go up to 40 minutes for a single track, depending on the vibe created. Live performances always have a table solo as well, which just lifts your mood into a spiritual level. Usually qawwali is played with the tabla on one side and a dhol on the other for bass.
All Of The Reactions I Hv Seen On These Classical Magical Pieces ,It Seems That Ur One Of The Few To Really Understand & Connect With The Soul Of This Phenomenal Music👌❤️ Hats Off
RIP Amjad sabri , may ALLAH BLESS SHOWERS OF Blessings in this holly month of RAMDAN nice reaction man Those names all about divine poetry and true message of humainty
These spiritual songs are called "kalaam" or "raag" in Urdu or in Sufism (mysticism), and seeing you appreciate every bit of this song is so pleasing and overwhelming for me, because not everyone who understands Urdu will be able to appreciate such masterpieces, because it takes the love for music and love for Sufism (mysticism) to appreciate and understand these beautiful kalaams, and that tabla note that you noticed at 14:11, every time I listen to this, that note alone mesmerizes me, and I love love love this kalaam, it's beyond beautiful! And I am really looking forward to watch your reactions on more Pakistani songs!
There is another version of " Rang " in CS performed by Ustad Fareed Ayaz and Abu Muhammad. Check that out too. Personally that one's my favourite. This version is more traditional qawali which is the original essence of the kalam. The version that i mentioned has a more progressive-electro trance fusion Also, i have seen many coaches' reactions to this performance. But you're the only person who notices that taal on the Tabla which i think is done only two times throughout this. Am a novice to what it is but it truly is something beautiful. This tabla player is amazing.
Amazing performance. I've been listening to it since the day it was released & it's as electrifying as it was on that day. Always makes your emotions dance. About the names you asked; these names are basically the names of Sufi Saints from which some migrated to Indian Subcontinent & some were born there. Their sole contribution is that they preached religious harmony & accentuated LOVE as a bridge to connect yourself with Divine. It is the result of their efforts that people in those divergent regions are co-existing peacefully, celebrating each other's holy festivals. Their teachings of inclusivity, plurality, peace, love, harmony, brotherhood & self-sacrificing are the ones which have made them eternal & their poetry ever-lasting. I've loved your reactions with every ounce of my being, especially that of Chhap Tilak. Let me tell you this; the eternal world of Sufi Music is teeming with such masterpieces. I would recommend you to listen more. Waiting for your next reaction. Lots of love 💕
Its amazing to see your understanding and interest in this complex classical music, wow I am really impressed. Thank you for great reaction, stay blessed.
This is the poetic, musical and metaphorical rendition of jubilance achieved by passing beyond 'self' and reaching to the 'Divine Universe' free from every dimension. The names are of those mystic Masters, who have achieved the 'color' or 'jubilance' in this journey. This is the song of Union.
There is alot of room for improvisation in the Indian classical music. The chorus doesn't have a sheet to follow, they follow the lead singers and sometimes their improvisations can take the chorus by surprise too.
This is all in praise of a sofi saint who did a huge work to spread peace and love, the basic theme of Islam This genre of music is "Qaw' waali" Stay blessed Lots of love from Lahore
your musical observation is very good. in eastern classical musicians are given a lot of free hand during the performances thats why you get a raw feel to it. and that tabla is being played with dholki. Dholki is different instrument altogether. You should watch its video on youtube to find how it sounds when played alone. My recommendation would be to react to "Bol Hu".
Most of this music used to be done in the ancient indian temples and Sufi Islamic places in India addressing the deity by their devotees in the state of devotion. This was a tool to enlightenment and not just entertainment. This is outpouring of love of a devotee.
ayyyye John you ma brotha from anotha motha 😘😘🥰🥰 Google it love to watch your reactions. the Chaap tilak reaction moved me too. and this one made me to dance with joy. Answers to your Question as I am mr google sooo 😉 Ans # 01 There was one drummer with two drums you showed us in the video, This set of Drums called "Tabla" Mandatory instrument in pure South Asian Classical music. the small drum is used to make several beats from low to high pitch with the help of 4 fingers and thumb of one hand. the second drum you can call it a Base or Bass drum low pitch notes but using finger techniques high notes too. but mostly 1 drum for high pitch 1 for Low pitch rest is experience and practice of many years you witnessed. Ustad* Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is world known pakistani classical singer who is the only student of The Legend Ustad* Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan (Late) The South Asian classical singing is based on the vocal cords long breathes and years of practice to make an astonishing voice like Rahat. second Singer was Ustad* Amjad Fareed Sabri (Late) son of Ustad* Ghulam Fareed Sabri (Late) this whole signging category is called "Qawwali" a famous version of Sufi spiritual Singing in South Asia. Ans # 02 those names you wanted to know mentioned in subtitles are Famous Muslim Sufi Saints from South Asia Turkey etc. Sufism is a term in islam which means A holy master and his pupils he teaches the some religious practices and more to Obey the commands of Allah (God) as per Muslim believes. so with the help of Qawwali poets and singers and Saints of Sub continent told us the stories of Saints and pupils and praising etc. I hope Mr.Google tried his best to give you sufficient knowledge to get the answers Google it 😁 Well I have a Request from the first season of Coke studio Pakistan it's called "Jogi" Coke Studio pakistan by Fariha Pervez. Note:- Ustad means Master Guru Google it thanks brotha keep doing this we love you. Respect & Peace Google it Regards, Mr.Google a pakistani trying to make a healthy joyful lovely Googlicious community 🇵🇰
sufi's dance around the melody in the love of their desciple (peer-o-murshad) and they totally get indulge in the spiritual divine love and don't realise that they are almost dancing spinning around the melody
A great reaction video! This is an example of pure Sufi music. It would be helpful to read a little background of it. Here are some Coke Studio Recommendation: AAQA by Abida Parveen and Ali Sethi, Naina Morey by Javed Bashir and Akbar Ali, and Shikwa Jawab e Shikwa.
Yes I agree with your assumption that the singer do try to test their limits. In this context, you have two singers from ancient and unique families related to qawalli, so a sense of competition and pride is there but more constructive and friendly.
These names are of the saints of the sufi tradition called the Chishtis. They were the pioneers of this music and invented alot of musical instruments and techniques. Like Tabla was invented by Amir Khusro of this order in the 13th century AD. They used music mainly for devotional purposes.
After a long time I've came across to such an authentic reaction viseo. Lovedit and just btw those all name belong to different sufi saints of subcontinent which are well versed in sufi hierarchy in subcontinent mainly in Pakistan.
Love your reactions. You should find Rahat’s live performance with Pearl Jam. Eddie collaborated with Rahat’s uncle The great Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan for Dead Man Walking OST, and after NFK’s death Eddie performed with his nephew Rahat to pay tribute to him.
Rang is Translated as color, the implication here is that of being colorful and cheerful and celebratory. The celebration and the joy is that of love. This genre is called qawwali. Its sung in memory of the practitioners of love and kindness. The names in this qawwali are the disciples of the Sufi saint Khawaja Moin uddin chisti ajmeri may blessings be on him. He is the one after whom the chishti sufi discipline is named. These verses titled Rang were also written by Ameer Khusro who also is a recipient of the colors of love from the same discipline. He was a disciple of Khawaja nizam uddin. One of the chishti saints.
Height of Sufism (a sect of Islam, most peaceful) poetry, Khawaja Nizam ud din Aliya who was one of the biggest saint of sub-continent he is buried in India, people from all religion Visit his shrine. If I am not mistaken Amer Khusro (also a Sufi Saint and poet) wrote this poetry to pay homage to his master. Same names are mentioned in Chap Tilak video as it was also poetry of Amer Khusro.
regarding tabla....if you look at 9:06 you will see another instrument(probably a dholak) tucked in his lap instead of the usual dayan and bayan of tabla....
You got that right... Qawali music is basically 40 to 80% improvisation... of course they are strict to the pattern in Coke studios but in original qawali its mostly about improvisation
These are generational artists...their families have been studying music for centuries. This song was written almost 700+ years ago by Amir Khusrow for his spiritual master Nizamuddin Auliya. Approximately 40 years ago a dargah in Pakistan echoed with the sound of this traditional qawwali performed in an epic collaboration by the MAESTROS, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan - Rahat's uncle and Ghulam Farid Sabri - Amjad's father. This was recorded before Amjad's tragic killing and released after his death and as a coke studio performance, it was one of those rare performance which was recorded in first take and was Amjad's first and last performance in coke studio.
In some forms of south asia classical music, singers can deviate a little, experiment , test themselves, i,e in qawali and thumri style of music, but in some style you dont have any space and you have to be confined.
There are so many people giving reactions to the songs. But your reaction is really very interesting and technically sound since you yourself are a musician. I would also suggest give reaction to Ambwa Talay of Coke Studio. This song deserves your reaction.
-Sawal kanday uttay, -garaj baras -Charkha naukha are 3 gems of coke studio. You have already reacted on 4th gem 'sari rat' so I only ask reaction on these 3 songs.
This kind of devotional poetry is called Kalaam. A very famous 14th century sufi poet has penned these lyrics in praise of his spiritual guide Khawaja Nizamuddin Awliya. Late Amjad Sabri Qawwal is another legend of the Qawwali genre which has no precedent in Western music.
A great reaction to a great track. Please do react to the songs of Fareed Ayaz and Abu Muhammad. Khabaram Raseeda. Rung. You're surely going to enjoy them. And we'll enjoy them with you while you react. Keep it up...
Nizamuddin Auliya was one of the most famous sufi saints of the Chishti Order of Indian Subcontinent, who stressed that love was a means of connecting with the Creator, which extends to the love of humanity. All other names are those of his predecessors, who also taught religious pluralism and kindness.
Oh the tabla players can be really involved. Once I was at a live performance and the tabla guy went into a trance and played so beautifully, that the qawal (singer) went quite half way through the song and so did the keyboard player and the room went quite. Tabla guy didn't noticed and just kept playing for a good 2 mins before realising. The room gave him a standing ovation. That was an amazing experience
WOW watching it on the 5th death anniversary of Amjad Sabri and it still blows my mind that what a legend we lost.
In India we too love him , what a bad luck of music industry... Don't know what happen but whatever done to him is very sad
After Watching Your Reaction, i Would say You Have a Pure Soul..
he really does
John your voice is good too fits best for National geographic documentaries. :)
Kind words. Thank you
😂😂
I thought radio-worthy
Hahahaha omg
I just came across your channel and seeing you reacting, respecting and appreciating our music from Pakistan made me very happy. We are truly blessed to have masters here. The names in the lyrics refer to a lineage of saints and holy figures. Amir Khusrau (a great scholar, poet and philosopher) was a disciple to Khawaja Nizamuddin Auliya (a Sufi Muslim saint); so Khusrsau expresses his devotion and love throughout his lyrics to the saint. And through the music the expression continues to his lineage of sufi saints.
As a fellow amateur musician I must congratulate for putting out an amazing detailed reaction. Few corrections/comments though, at 6:25 "you mentioned "another increase in the tempo", this is actually the impression we tend to get, however, technically speaking there isn't any tempo change as the time signature stayed the same. The vocalists kept singing in same time signature. What actually happened was that the Tabla doubled its time. This is a common practice in Qawali and ghazal genre. Second interesting thing in your video was your comparison of Eastern and Western music. You were surprisingly spot on in guessing that the Eastern music has room to improvise. The Western music and classical classical music is very structured however, Eastern classical music is very improvised. There are just two attributes defined, Raag and Taal. Taal means tempo or time signature. This basically defines that what percussion pattern and time signature Tabla needs to play and follow, some famous patterns are TinTaal (16/4), Kehrwa (8/4), Dadra (6/4) and Jhaptaal (10/4, this one was in used in Kangana by Fareed Ayaz). The other defined attribute is Raag which translates to Scale, or most accurately it translates to Modes. Basically it defines the list of notes to be played/sing and in both ascending and descending order and then singer and other musicians can improvise while staying within the confines of these rules, this was exactly what you noticed there.
Actually the tablas are the pair of drums in the front , normally those are the only 2 drums played by the tabla player, but this guy had a “Dholak “ completely different percussive drum instrument in his lap and playing that along with the narrow tabla drum . His mastery is on another level to mash 2 instruments like that . Absolutely brilliant.
Amjad Sabri died a couple of months ago after this was recorded. He was shot and he couldn't watch this performance as it wasn't released by then. An amazing reaction as always tho ❤️ You should also react to Garaj Baras by Coke Studio Season 1. It's got that classical and rock fusion mix that coke studio was known for back then
A couple of months after* recording this. Pure gem of a person
Why was he shot?
@@GrossGurlll_24 political conflict i think he was asking bhata (money) by a political party. They have killed numerous people for this bhata.
I think i have so asked so much for garaj baras n charkha that he should react now
Saad to hear that he died, i just seen one video of him with rahat fateh ali khan
Rang also means Color
As in many cultures, color is associated with Joy or Jubilance
Therefore the "Rang" translate to an event of Hapiness as can be understood from the context of the song (This Style of singing is known as Qawali, Roughly translated for your Understanding, Singing associated with Sufism)
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This is amazing to see that some body from west is capable to understand a very different eastern music.music is for everybody.music shows that all humans are same.lots of love from canada pakistan
This poem/song was written by Ameer Khusro(1253-1325AD) as a student for his spiritual teacher Nizam uddin, more than 700 years ago. Nizam uddin was considered a "true friend of God" like a saint and his shrine is in India. Ameer khusro's writings are timeless and pure. Khurso was sufi singer, musician, poet and a scholar during the Dehli kingdom.
Great info. Thank you!
at that time there was no india that was subcontinent
@@xmterminator2423 The region is generally known as India, that's where the country got it's name "India"
These are generational artists... Some of their families have been studying music for hundreds of years. This was written 700+ years ago by Amir Khusro for his spiritual master Nizamuddin Auliya. This form of singing is called Qawwali.
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan (Rahat Fateh Ali Khan's uncle) is the greatest legend of Qawwali music.
React to ............... Crest by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan to see his wide range of vocals with a western touch.
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan has another famous nephew Muazzam Ali Khan.
React to................Sawaal Kande Utte | Ali Azmat, Muazzam Ali Khan. You will definitely like it.
Your spot on with the improv. Alot of this style is like jazz in that sense. Those names close to the end are famous Sufi Saints.
In your video, 10:16 is the signature masterpiece of Late Amjad Sabri Saab ❣️
The way you reacted at 13:50 shows how deep knowledge you have about good music and how to acknowledge it. Love your reaction man❤
This is one of my most favorite coke studio tracks. And such a great reaction. Thank you so much for such admiration towards our music. If you really wanna enjoy this particular song, listen to it while driving a car, it really turns into something else.
And I think you should really react to Channa or Tajdar e Haram by Atif Aslam, two of Coke studio Pakistan's best tracks ever. I feel food and music are two things that have the power to truly bring people together, and seeing us all come together through music is such an endearing feeling. Lots of love from Pakistan Man.
Amjad Sabri the other singer really stole the show he'll be always a legend we miss u sir❤️
"Sawal kanday uttay" from coke studio will blow you away but i doubt you will ever get to enjoy it because you might not get enough comments or requests to check it out. A fusion of rock and classic, a masterpiece yet so underrated. Hope you make it to that track somehow.
Sawal kanday uttay,
garaj baras
Charkha naukha
are 3 gems of coke studio. He has already reacted on 4th gem 'sari rat' so I only ask these 3 songs.
sawal Kandey uttey is most favorite song of mine yet it is most underrated song of coke studio dont know why there are not much reactions on Sawal
Lots of love from Pakistan,,, let me suggest one more amazing one from coke studio by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, song is "afreen afreen"
In your last reaction of Fateh Ali Khan, you became speechless, cried, became emotional. You came to analyse but were out of words. Probably that was the best analysis.
I think this is the only pure qawwali track featured in Coke Studio. All other qawwali were fused with western instruments, but this is the purest form of qawwali you would get. In Qawwali, the lead singer acts like a conductor, leading and orchestrating the back up vocals and the table player. The tabla player for a qawwali is the one holding the band together. Coke Studio performance are rehearsed and pre-planned, where as in live Qawwali sessions, the lead singer could play with the tempo, the length of the track. Rahay Fateh Ali Khan comes from the Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan qawwal family while Amjad Sabri comes from the Sabri brother qawwal family. If you listen to both of the ustads of these two, their live performances could go up to 40 minutes for a single track, depending on the vibe created. Live performances always have a table solo as well, which just lifts your mood into a spiritual level.
Usually qawwali is played with the tabla on one side and a dhol on the other for bass.
All Of The Reactions I Hv Seen On These Classical Magical Pieces ,It Seems That Ur One Of The Few To Really Understand & Connect With The Soul Of This Phenomenal Music👌❤️ Hats Off
RIP Amjad sabri , may ALLAH BLESS SHOWERS OF Blessings in this holly month of RAMDAN
nice reaction man
Those names all about divine poetry and true message of humainty
You have an pure heart
These spiritual songs are called "kalaam" or "raag" in Urdu or in Sufism (mysticism), and seeing you appreciate every bit of this song is so pleasing and overwhelming for me, because not everyone who understands Urdu will be able to appreciate such masterpieces, because it takes the love for music and love for Sufism (mysticism) to appreciate and understand these beautiful kalaams, and that tabla note that you noticed at 14:11, every time I listen to this, that note alone mesmerizes me, and I love love love this kalaam, it's beyond beautiful! And I am really looking forward to watch your reactions on more Pakistani songs!
Wow wow wow my top favourite singers and on top of that your reaction so beautiful. You are undoubtedly a gem of a person. 💙
There is another version of " Rang " in CS performed by Ustad Fareed Ayaz and Abu Muhammad. Check that out too. Personally that one's my favourite.
This version is more traditional qawali which is the original essence of the kalam.
The version that i mentioned has a more progressive-electro trance fusion
Also, i have seen many coaches' reactions to this performance. But you're the only person who notices that taal on the Tabla which i think is done only two times throughout this. Am a novice to what it is but it truly is something beautiful. This tabla player is amazing.
That version is just 💖💖💖💖💖💖
Amazing performance. I've been listening to it since the day it was released & it's as electrifying as it was on that day. Always makes your emotions dance.
About the names you asked; these names are basically the names of Sufi Saints from which some migrated to Indian Subcontinent & some were born there. Their sole contribution is that they preached religious harmony & accentuated LOVE as a bridge to connect yourself with Divine. It is the result of their efforts that people in those divergent regions are co-existing peacefully, celebrating each other's holy festivals. Their teachings of inclusivity, plurality, peace, love, harmony, brotherhood & self-sacrificing are the ones which have made them eternal & their poetry ever-lasting. I've loved your reactions with every ounce of my being, especially that of Chhap Tilak. Let me tell you this; the eternal world of Sufi Music is teeming with such masterpieces. I would recommend you to listen more. Waiting for your next reaction. Lots of love 💕
Thank you for such an informative response. Cheers
Its amazing to see your understanding and interest in this complex classical music, wow I am really impressed.
Thank you for great reaction, stay blessed.
This is the poetic, musical and metaphorical rendition of jubilance achieved by passing beyond 'self' and reaching to the 'Divine Universe' free from every dimension.
The names are of those mystic Masters, who have achieved the 'color' or 'jubilance' in this journey. This is the song of Union.
There is alot of room for improvisation in the Indian classical music. The chorus doesn't have a sheet to follow, they follow the lead singers and sometimes their improvisations can take the chorus by surprise too.
So Beautiful Qawali 😍 Two Legends of Pakistan
Great insight. There is actually a fair scope of improvisation in South Asian classical music.
This is all in praise of a sofi saint who did a huge work to spread peace and love, the basic theme of Islam This genre of music is "Qaw' waali"
Stay blessed
Lots of love from Lahore
You’re such a pure soul. God bless you. Just Subbed❤️
right here.. in the elite of this new family .
Gotcha ! Thats what we feel every time we hear these gems
Rang pronounced Rung like a stair rung.You might want to check out Rahat Fateh performance at the 2014 Nobel Peace Prize ceremony....
Honestly, i enjoy your reactions along with the song, more than the song by itself. Reaction as art!
can u imagine that it was a practice session and later on producer decided to upload this practice session as an episode😂🔥.
your musical observation is very good. in eastern classical musicians are given a lot of free hand during the performances thats why you get a raw feel to it. and that tabla is being played with dholki. Dholki is different instrument altogether. You should watch its video on youtube to find how it sounds when played alone.
My recommendation would be to react to "Bol Hu".
Most of this music used to be done in the ancient indian temples and Sufi Islamic places in India addressing the deity by their devotees in the state of devotion. This was a tool to enlightenment and not just entertainment. This is outpouring of love of a devotee.
Let me tell you, I did t even notice 18 min passed while listening. Enjoyed every second
Yeah I waited for this reaction
ayyyye John you ma brotha from anotha motha 😘😘🥰🥰
Google it
love to watch your reactions.
the Chaap tilak reaction moved me too.
and this one made me to dance with joy.
Answers to your Question as I am
mr google sooo 😉
Ans # 01
There was one drummer
with two drums you showed us in the video, This set of Drums called
"Tabla" Mandatory instrument in pure South Asian Classical music.
the small drum is used to make several beats from low to high pitch with the help of 4 fingers and thumb of one hand.
the second drum you can call it a Base or Bass drum low pitch notes but using finger techniques high notes too. but mostly 1 drum for high pitch 1 for Low pitch rest is experience and practice of many years you witnessed.
Ustad* Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is world known pakistani classical singer who is the only student of The Legend
Ustad* Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan (Late)
The South Asian classical singing is based on the vocal cords long breathes and years of practice to make an astonishing voice like Rahat.
second Singer was Ustad* Amjad Fareed Sabri (Late) son of Ustad* Ghulam Fareed Sabri (Late)
this whole signging category is called
"Qawwali" a famous version of Sufi spiritual Singing in South Asia.
Ans # 02
those names you wanted to know mentioned in subtitles are Famous Muslim Sufi Saints from South Asia Turkey etc.
Sufism is a term in islam which means A holy master and his pupils he teaches the some religious practices and more to Obey the commands of Allah (God) as per Muslim believes.
so with the help of Qawwali poets and singers and Saints of Sub continent told us the stories of Saints and pupils and praising etc.
I hope Mr.Google tried his best to give you sufficient knowledge to get the answers
Google it 😁
Well I have a Request from the first season of Coke studio Pakistan
it's called "Jogi" Coke Studio pakistan by Fariha Pervez.
Note:- Ustad means Master Guru
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sufi's dance around the melody in the love of their desciple (peer-o-murshad) and they totally get indulge in the spiritual divine love and don't realise that they are almost dancing spinning around the melody
Wow what a sufi Kalaam, great reaction.
amazing song ....listen your taking to another world.just close your eyes & listen ...amazing singing
Much love from India 🤗💓
A great reaction video! This is an example of pure Sufi music. It would be helpful to read a little background of it. Here are some Coke Studio Recommendation:
AAQA by Abida Parveen and Ali Sethi, Naina Morey by Javed Bashir and Akbar Ali, and Shikwa Jawab e Shikwa.
Yes I agree with your assumption that the singer do try to test their limits.
In this context, you have two singers from ancient and unique families related to qawalli, so a sense of competition and pride is there but more constructive and friendly.
Wow what a result.
@@Imrankhan-pw4ow definitely
These names are of the saints of the sufi tradition called the Chishtis. They were the pioneers of this music and invented alot of musical instruments and techniques. Like Tabla was invented by Amir Khusro of this order in the 13th century AD. They used music mainly for devotional purposes.
U can understand our music..its really good to see.
excellent reaction
This style of music is called "Qawwali" which is kind of Sufi music. The lyrics are from centuries old mystic spiritual poet
I cried too when I heard that song the first time.
John ur voice is so deep smooth n pure. R u a vocalist? Thanks fr ur honest reaction. Stay blessed dear
Not a vocalist (singer) but I’ve been a small town broadcaster for the past 20 years
@@johncameron I’m not surprised whatsoever. Those producers have good taste :)
yeah,seeing ur understanding of music i m truly impressed. sir u should react to (khaki banda) from coke studio.a perfect sufi rock fusion.
After a long time I've came across to such an authentic reaction viseo. Lovedit and just btw those all name belong to different sufi saints of subcontinent which are well versed in sufi hierarchy in subcontinent mainly in Pakistan.
Love your reactions. You should find Rahat’s live performance with Pearl Jam. Eddie collaborated with Rahat’s uncle The great Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan for Dead Man Walking OST, and after NFK’s death Eddie performed with his nephew Rahat to pay tribute to him.
Nice reaction. Song Bol hu, nescafe basement, soch the band and hadiya. You will love it.
Thanks to watching n reaction on Pakistani music its very rich n soul touching
Thanks so much for this Reaction.
More power to you John. U seems an honest person. Lots love from Pakistan
Rang is Translated as color, the implication here is that of being colorful and cheerful and celebratory. The celebration and the joy is that of love. This genre is called qawwali. Its sung in memory of the practitioners of love and kindness. The names in this qawwali are the disciples of the Sufi saint Khawaja Moin uddin chisti ajmeri may blessings be on him. He is the one after whom the chishti sufi discipline is named. These verses titled Rang were also written by Ameer Khusro who also is a recipient of the colors of love from the same discipline. He was a disciple of Khawaja nizam uddin. One of the chishti saints.
I really liked your reaction Sir. Your a true soul. Hard to find these days. God bless you
Your reaction is very natural..
Height of Sufism (a sect of Islam, most peaceful) poetry, Khawaja Nizam ud din Aliya who was one of the biggest saint of sub-continent he is buried in India, people from all religion Visit his shrine. If I am not mistaken Amer Khusro (also a Sufi Saint and poet) wrote this poetry to pay homage to his master. Same names are mentioned in Chap Tilak video as it was also poetry of Amer Khusro.
you own me love your reaction plz watch more coke studio stuff
Afreen Afreen by Coke Studio next!!! Another Fateh Ali Khan gem!
"Naina Moray",another master piece by coke sttudio.you should also react to it
You'r amazing sir 👏
Yea it’s soul catching voices
One thing you might missed bro ... They are singing effortlessly while smilling in between ... They doing it like its piece of cake for them
Coincidently Cambridge Muslim college posted a video lecture on the life of Nizamuddin Auliya, just a few hours ago.
regarding tabla....if you look at 9:06 you will see another instrument(probably a dholak) tucked in his lap instead of the usual dayan and bayan of tabla....
You got that right... Qawali music is basically 40 to 80% improvisation... of course they are strict to the pattern in Coke studios but in original qawali its mostly about improvisation
These are generational artists...their families have been studying music for centuries.
This song was written almost 700+ years ago by Amir Khusrow for his spiritual master Nizamuddin Auliya.
Approximately 40 years ago a dargah in Pakistan echoed with the sound of this traditional qawwali performed in an epic collaboration by the MAESTROS, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan - Rahat's uncle and Ghulam
Farid Sabri - Amjad's father. This was recorded before Amjad's tragic killing and released after his death and as a coke studio performance, it was one of those rare performance which was recorded in first take and was Amjad's first and last performance in coke studio.
i recommend you all to listen this song with eyes close.. you cant handle the sufism and aura of this song
In some forms of south asia classical music, singers can deviate a little, experiment , test themselves, i,e in qawali and thumri style of music, but in some style you dont have any space and you have to be confined.
There are so many people giving reactions to the songs. But your reaction is really very interesting and technically sound since you yourself are a musician. I would also suggest give reaction to Ambwa Talay of Coke Studio. This song deserves your reaction.
Wow, good choice sir
All these names are the lifelines of humanity, a true pure souls n God appointed them for His preaching n they were Spiritual Masters ❤
Loved it😀 much love from India 🙏
Your reaction is the best 👌
Best wishes for you from pakistan ❤️
Wow...just wow
Thank you sir for this video
Lots of love from Pakistan
great one
Wow the different level
You got to remember, there was no retake on this. They went with the first practice session and kept it!
All those names with 'auliya' in the end are the names of sufi mystics whom amir khusro(a sufi mystic of 13th-14th century) remembers in his verse.
-Sawal kanday uttay,
-garaj baras
-Charkha naukha
are 3 gems of coke studio. You have already reacted on 4th gem 'sari rat' so I only ask reaction on these 3 songs.
This kind of devotional poetry is called Kalaam. A very famous 14th century sufi poet has penned these lyrics in praise of his spiritual guide Khawaja Nizamuddin Awliya. Late Amjad Sabri Qawwal is another legend of the Qawwali genre which has no precedent in Western music.
Love and respect from Pakistan ❤️
A great reaction to a great track. Please do react to the songs of Fareed Ayaz and Abu Muhammad.
Khabaram Raseeda.
Rung.
You're surely going to enjoy them. And we'll enjoy them with you while you react. Keep it up...
Nizamuddin Auliya was one of the most famous sufi saints of the Chishti Order of Indian Subcontinent, who stressed that love was a means of connecting with the Creator, which extends to the love of humanity. All other names are those of his predecessors, who also taught religious pluralism and kindness.
These names they are mentioning in the song are the saint
pure soul brou