LAHORE: Zohaib Hassan, the esteemed Sarangi instructor at the Alhamra Academy of Performing Arts, is on a tour of other countries for his performances.

The talented musician is on a tour of China where he is giving performances as a part of a major tour in the country’s most prominent cities.

After completing his engagements in China, Zohaib will head to Australia where he will perform on Nov 13 at The Night Cat in Melbourne and again on Nov 16 at the Strawberry Fields Festival in Sydney.

This international tour holds special significance for Zohaib as he takes the rich tradition of Sarangi music to the global audiences. As one of Pakistan’s leading Sarangi players, Zohaib’s exceptional talent has earned him worldwide recognition. His performances are celebrated for their deep connection to classical music traditions.

His current tour is a proud moment for the Alhamra Academy of Performing Arts where he teaches Sarangi to the next generation of musicians.

Published in Dawn, November 11th, 2024

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