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Ashraf Hydroz
Background information
BornMattancherry, Cochin, Kerala
OriginIndian
GenresSufi, Qawwali, Hindustani, Carnatic classical
Occupation(s)Singer, composer
InstrumentsVocals, harmonium
Years active1980–present
Websiteashrafhydrozsufi.com

Ashraf Hydroz is an Indian Sufi and Hindustani classical musician, primarily focusing on Qawwali, mystic ghazals and Sufiana Kalaams,[1] a devotional musical form of the Sufi Muslims. He is a disciple of renowned Hindustani musician Ustad Fayaz Khan from Bangalore.[2]

Biography[edit]

Ashraf Hydroz was born in Mattancherry, Cochin, India,[2] and his instinct of music is carried over from his father late Mr Hydroz, who was a very versatile artist. Inspired by the Sabri Brothers, he went on to pursue a Masters and M.Phil in music from Delhi University,[3] from the Faculty of Music and Fine Arts, where he obtained the "Sangeeta Siromani" title.[4][5]

Career[edit]

He has performed at various prestigious occasions including the "Kochi-Muziris Biennale" (2016-2017), and portrayed his Sufi musical enchantments across stages in India, USA and Australia.[3][failed verification] He also formed and leads his Sufi music band "Khayal-e-Qawwali".[4]

References[edit]

  • ^ a b Deccan Chronicle, "To unite the divided masses" - 14 May 2018
  • ^ a b Pinkerala - "SAJDA the Qawwal Ensemble Presents KHAYAL-E-QAWWALI Conducted at Kochi" - 17 December 2015
  • ^ Asian Age, "Music for love" - 3 September 2017
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