Sunday 20th: Hamid Ali Naqeebi Qawwali Concert

Sufi Festival 2025 will culminate with a Qawwali concert by Hamid Ali Naqeebi, an authentic experience of this ancient, uplifting Punjabi music tradition!

Hamid Ali Naqeebi is widely recognized as the leading professional Qawwali singer in the UK. Trained with Qawwali masters in Pakistan, Hamid’s exceptional talent and lifelong dedication to the art of Qawwali, as well as his unique style fusing traditional Qawwali with contemporary elements, have garnered him immense recognition across diverse audiences.

His music is a powerful transmission of a deep, soulful tradition, with roots going back to the 10th century, that fuses philosophy and mystical poetry with a life-affirming ritual that conveys a message of peace, love and unity for all.

A significant aspect of Hamid’s success lies in his spiritual connection with Baba Naqeebi Ullah Shah from Kasoor, Pakistan. As a devoted follower of this Sufi tradition, Hamid attributes much of his musical inspiration and blessings to this spiritual lineage. Hamid’s musical journey has been profoundly influenced by Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, whose guidance shaped his unique style, fusing traditional Qawwali with contemporary elements.

Get your tickets and be moved by this soul-stirring music that transmits a timeless Sufi message of love and unity!