Sufi Music From Australia

The most preferred way of expression is music. While some genres of music help to connect with each other, other genres such as Sufi, help to connect with God. The Asian countries are believed to have the richest culture when it comes to this form of music. In the yesteryears, there have been great musicians such as Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Sharif Jansen, Pir-o-Murshid Inayat Khan, and many more.
Sufi music began to get popular in the West between 1910-1926, when Pir-o-Murshid Inayat Khan established a movement in the USA and Europe. Australia became familiar with this music during the same period. It was then, the well known “Sufi Music in Australia” organization was established. This was a huge revolution in the way music was perceived in these countries.

This was the first time when Sufi music was exposed to the rest of the world and the music fraternity had found an all new genre of music. However, Sufism is believed to be the earliest form of music, it did not reach the audience in the west much until the 20^th century.

Sharif Jansen is credited with a major role he played in expanding the popularity and love for Sufi music in Australia. Since his death in 1990, this movement has strengthened and now the world audience is always curious to get more from this genre of music. The divinity of Sufi music captures the heart, mind, and body of the listener. This is one reason this genre of music is preferred.
Currently, the most talented songwriter, music producer, and singer Mahmood Khan is on the same path as that of Jansen. He has undoubtedly become one of the most loved global artists, who has constantly delivered music that has touched the soul of millions.

Since Mahmood Khan is a Pakistan born artist, the rhythm of Sufism is in his blood. Hailing from a country that gave world’s finest Sufi artists in the history of music, Khan has lived up to its name. Mahmood Khan has given a lot to the world music industry and there is more to come. He is an active member of the Sufi Movement in Australia (SMIA). This organization releases a weekly journal called "Spirit Matters".

This entity was established as a regional structure initially. However, over the years, it has become one of the largest Sufi organizations across the globe. It has formed centers worldwide and holds regular events too.