Abida Parveen

Abida Parveen, the esteemed Pakistani legend and Queen of Sufi music, holds an indispensable place in the realm of Pakistani music. Renowned as the most successful female Sufi performer and a notable figure in the broader Sufi music landscape, Parveen’s influence spans across albums, compilation appearances, and world tours. Trained by her father, Ustad Ghulam Haider, and Ustad Salamat Ali Khan of the Sham Chaurasia Gharana, she boasts a Master’s degree from Sindh and proficiency in Hindi, Urdu, and Parsi. Parveen’s mastery extends to various instruments like the Pump organ, Keyboard, Harmonium, and Sitar, enhancing her live performances. Singing in multiple languages, including Urdu, Sindhi, Saraiki, Punjabi, Arabic, and Persian, she showcases an incredible vocal range, excelling in Thumris, Ghazals, Kafis, Qawwalis, Raags, and Sufi music. Recognized internationally, her iconic style is characterized by signature dresses and Ajrak, a Sindhi dupatta. Honored with Sitara-e-Imtiaz in 2005, Hilal-e-Imtiaz in 2012, and declared an Ambassador of Peace by SAARC, Abida Parveen’s majestic voice continues to captivate audiences worldwide, solidifying her enduring significance in Pakistani music since her debut in the seventies.