Urdu Shayari Masterclass: Voices of Muharram

SOAS

June 7

SOAS, University of London

Join us for an afternoon of Urdu poetry exploring Muharram traditions in South Asia.

An afternoon of Urdu poetry exploring Muharram traditions in South Asia. 

Join us for an afternoon of Urdu poetry. This event is part of a public series that celebrates the riches of Urdu literature. This time we will be exploring poetry related to Muharram traditions in South Asia. The Masterclass is available to everyone and prior knowledge of Urdu is not necessary to enjoy the presentations and readings.

Programme

OpeningDr Humaira JamalMarsiya, Soz & Salam: A Brief HistoryDr Ahsan Zaidi (15 minutes)Nawab Wajid Ali Shah’s MuharramDr Richard Williams (15 minutes)MasterclassDr Hilal Fareed & Dr Saif Mahmood (20 minutes)Marsiya RecitationNafees Abidi (15 minutes)TarannumAzra Mohyeddin (10 minutes)Discussion40 minutesClosing RemarksIrfan Mustafa (5 minutes)

The event will be chaired by Dr Annie Zaidi

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