The Great Calamity

from Mannat by Shumaila Hemani

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“Badi bayr” (great calamity) are the main words from this tradition of Hindustani khayal passed down by the late-Gwalior Ustad Hameed Ali Khan. It speaks to the great calamity that enveloped Pakistan in 2022 with epochal flooding. Inspired by Pauline Oliveros, Sonic Meditations, this acousmatic composition seeks to recount a young girl’s thought journey as her family tries to walk through the flood waters and is rescued by a motor boat. There are slips and falls and the loss of some loved ones on the way and increased anxiety about what is to come next.

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from Mannat, released October 7, 2022
Shumaila Hemani (harmonium, vocals, and narration)
Ustad Hameed Ali Khan's Ensemble
Shumaila Hemani (acousmatic composition & mixing)

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Shumaila Hemani Calgary, Alberta

Staying rooted within traditional forms and honoring those while also bringing in experimentation, Shumaila Hemani sings Sufi epics from South Asian Sufi tradition compellingly.
Hemani followed her inner calling and came to Canada, where she pursued her childhood dream.
Now, an award-winning Alberta-based performer, Hemani's emotionally visceral songs brings listeners peace and contemplation. ... more

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