Shujaat Husain Khan (Indian sitar master) in the ensemble Ghazal — creating Indo-Persian improvisations that became globally acclaimed. Shujaat Husain Khan (Indian sitar master) in the ensemble Ghazal — creating Indo-Persian improvisations that became globally acclaimed. A tribute to Halabja (the Kurdish city attacked with chemical weapons in 1988), expressing sorrow and resilience. A solo project where his kamancheh speaks with raw, introspective intensity.
Music critics often describe his playing as “otherworldly,” “soulful,” and “bridging centuries of tradition with modern sensitivity.” Kalhor represents both pride and longing — preserving Persian and Kurdish music while introducing it to the world. For abroad, his music carries the voice of home. He has elevated the kamancheh from a regional instrument to a global one, showing its expressive power alongside sitar, cello, and Western ensembles.
