Sufi Soul: The Mystic Music of Islam

Historian William Dalrymple journeys to Morocco, Turkey, Syria and Pakistan to explore whirling dervishes, Qawwali singing and other forms of music sacred in Sufism, the branch of Islam that emphasizes music as a mystical route to the holy. Capturing performances of renowned Muslim musicians such as Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Sain Zahoor, the film reveals that at the heart of Sufism lies a dedication to tolerance and pluralism.

Country:

United Kingdom

Genre:

Documentary

Duration:

48 minutes

Year:

2005

Director:

Simon Broughton

Cast:

Herself - Singer

Crew:

Director

Writer