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Riyaaz Qawwali: a concert of devotional music

Presented by Asia Society Texas at Rothko Chapel

April 2, 2011

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Asia Society of Texas presents Riyaaz Qawwali: a concert of devotional music.

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Asia Society of Texas presents Riyaaz Qawwali: a concert of devotional music.

Austin-based ensemble Riyaaz Qawwali presents a performance of the Islamic devotional music known as Qawwali on Saturday, April 2, at the Rothko Chapel.

Rooted in South Asia but with a history stemming from Persia, the tradition is associated with Sufism, a mystical and devotional branch of Islam. Qawwali combines lively rhythmic cycles with soaring melody and improvisational poetry.

Presented in partnership with Rothko Chapel, the performance is the first in Asia Society Texas Center's three-part Pakistan Arts and Culture Series in honor of Richard C. Holbrooke, diplomat and former Asia Society global board chair.

The concert is part of the annual Menil Community Arts Festival, which features films, concerts, readings, and workshops hosted by nonprofit organizations in the neighborhood around the Menil Collection.

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Rothko Chapel

1409 Sul Ross
Houston, TX 77006

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Tickets:

Admission is free on a first come, first serve basis. Registration not required.

Times:

Performance: 1 p.m.

Phone: 713-439-0051 x19

Parking: There is street parking available on Yupon and Sul Ross. Wheelchair access is located on Sul Ross at the north end of the Chapel.

Accessibility Info: Currently, no accessibility information is available for this event.

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