On July 12, Mystical Melodies invites audiences into a deeply immersive night of sacred sound and spiritual celebration. Featuring the Saami Brothers Qawwal from Pakistan alongside Chishty Ensemble, this powerful performance draws on centuries-old Sufi traditions that use music as a form of devotion, healing, and transcendence. With hypnotic vocals, rhythmic intensity, and lyrical poetry, the evening creates a space for reflection, connection, and collective uplift—offering not just a concert, but a journey into the heart of sacred expression.
Presented by the Pakistan Arts Council of LA.
Schedule
6:00pm, DJ Max Cool
7:00pm, Chishty Ensemble
8:30pm, Saami Brothers Qawwal
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Saami Brothers Qawwal
Saami Brothers Qawwal belongs to the best known Gharana of Qawwali, the Qawwal Bachon Ka Gharana of Delhi. Aapproximately 800 years old, this traditional group was started by Saamat Bin Ibrahim, the principal student of Hazrat Amir Khusrau. The Gharana has produced famous Ustads like the late Ustad Tanras Khan, court musician and tutor in classical music of Bahadur Shah Zafar the last Mughal Emperor.
The Saami Brothers started their training in their early years, training in classical music under the rigorous and critical tutelage by the three mentors: the late Ustad Munshi Raziuddin Khan, the late Ustad Nizamuudin Saami and Ustad Naseeruddin Saami.
The Saami Brothers are accomplished musicians in the genre of classical music and now perform professionally worldwide.
The brothers have mastery over various genres of classical music, such as Dhrupad, Khayal, Tarana, Thumria and Dadra which they blend beautifully during their performances of qawwali.
Chishty Ensemble
Flutist Shaiq Chishty, joined by his talented daughters Elham, Mahrukh, and Shahrukh, brings the timeless spirit of Mughal court music to life. Together, they weave masterful performances on the flute, harmonium, tabla, and sitar, blending tradition and family artistry into something truly unforgettable. A cherished asset to the community, the Chishty Family promises to inspire audiences for years to come.
DJ MAX COOL
DJ MAX COOL (Mekahl Sadiq) is a Pakistani American artist, music producer, and DJ based in Los Angeles. His work explores the intersections of diasporic memory, ritual, and futurism, drawing on ancient and contemporary soundscapes from SWANA and the Subcontinent.
Born into a generation shaped by the political aftermath of 9/11, Sadiq approaches music as both a site of healing and resistance. His sets often weave together archival recordings, field samples, and modern textures—honoring the spiritual resonance of traditions like qawwali, while inviting them into dialogue with present-day diasporic realities.
