Sacred Voices

The Albanian Mawlid

This famous mawlid was written by the great poet and traveller Suleiman Çelebi (d.1409) and translated into Albanian by Hafiz Ali Ulqinaku (d.1913). In Albania this mawlid is recited with a modal melody which has as its basis the traditional melody of the folksongs of the northern part of Albania, especially Shkodra and Ulqin. The recitation, the fame and the distribution of this mawlid over almost all the territory of Albania contributed greatly in the forging of Albanian identity, and the preservation of Albanian language and of Albanian Islam.

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Mawlid of al-Barzanji

The mawlid of Imam as-Sayyid Ja’far ibn Hasan ibn ‘Abdal Karim al-Barzanji (d.1764) is a popular eulogy in celebration of the birth of the Prophet. al-Barzanji was a renowned scholar and jurist who lived in Medina. He was known for his ascetism and knowledge, but his fame in the Muslim world today lies with the composition of this panegyric to the Prophet. Sung typically in the month of Rabi’ al-Awwal, the mawlid has been a source of great joy for countless Muslims throughout the world.

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Rawdat al-Shuhada’

This devotional hymn has been overlooked until recently in the English speaking world, but was once sung in awe amongst the peoples within the Ottoman and Mughal empires. Written by Imam Husayn Vaiz Kashifi (d.1505), it recalls the sufferings of the Ahl ul-Bayt and the reward that lies in wait for them in the next world. Originally written in Farsi, sections of it have been translated into English and sung by Alboran.

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Surah al Zumar

“Say, O My servants who have transgressed against themselves, do not despair of the mercy of Allah. Indeed, Allah forgives all sins. Indeed, it is He who is the Forgiving, the Merciful.” This verse in Surah al-Zumar is a powerful reminder of Allah’s mercy. The door is always open for man to turn to his Lord even if his wrongs are numerous. It has been reported that the Blessed Prophet (PBUH) recited this Surah before sleep. Listen here to Ali Keeler’s recitation of the entire Surah in a soft and gentle Caledonian style.

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Prophetic Praise

Prophetic Praise is an amazing new album including praises of the Holy Prophet from around the world. Hear the best praise songs from Morocco, Turkey, Bosnia, Malaysia, Senegal, Pakistan, and many other Muslim places! Voices include Sami Yusuf, Dawud Wharnsby, Ali Keeler, Abdal Hakim Murad, Yusuf Ganief, and many many more!

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British Muslim Song

British Muslim songs are a collection of beautiful songs and sounds from the rich but little-known heritage of British Islam. As well as timeless classics from the age of Sheikh Abdullah Quilliam, and several new arrangements written in the same spirit, you can enjoy a unique cross-cultural experiment: great songs written in English to ancient and much-loved Rumelian and Anatolian melodies. Whether you are a music teacher, an entertainer, or simply a lover of beautiful sounds, we hope you enjoy your journey through this fascinating world.

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