Ustad Sarahang performed various genres of classical and semi-classical music, including khayal, thumri, tarana, and ghazal. He has sung mostly the Ghazals of Amir Khusraw and Abdul Qader Bedil.
The revered Afghan woman singer Ustad Mahwash is the only female Afghan artist to have been awarded the title of "ustad", a great sign of respect which signifies teacher. Madame Mahwash was a familiar face on Radio and Television Afghanistan.
Ahmad Zahir is sometimes called "the King of Afghan Music". Zahir is remembered as having a style similar to Elvis Presley. Some of his songs also show evidence of influence from English and Hindi songs. The Amateur Band of Habibia modeled themselves after such Western musical groups as the Beatles.
IN the past few years, Said Omar has surged into the Afghan music scene in the West and has added new quality as well as his own influence. His solid voice, rhythmic music and profound lyrics follow closely the Amatouri (Amateur) Musical Movement of 1970s Kabul, which he was a part of at Istiqlal High School.
Ahmad Wali's voice is loved and admired by millions of Afghans. His voice touches the soul while his melodies sooth the heart. His charming voice has made him a star in the world of eastern music. Ahmad Wali’s voice, composition and lyrics integrate into a seamless art that produces superb moments.
Ustad Sarahang performed various genres of classical and semi-classical music, including khayal, thumri, tarana, and ghazal. He has sung mostly the Ghazals of Amir Khusraw and Abdul Qader Bedil.
The revered Afghan woman singer Ustad Mahwash is the only female Afghan artist to have been awarded the title of "ustad", a great sign of respect which signifies teacher. Madame Mahwash was a familiar face on Radio and Television Afghanistan.
Ahmad Zahir is sometimes called "the King of Afghan Music". Zahir is remembered as having a style similar to Elvis Presley. Some of his songs also show evidence of influence from English and Hindi songs. The Amateur Band of Habibia modeled themselves after such Western musical groups as the Beatles.
