Reviving Music in Afghanistan

[Ahmad]

It was illegal to listen to or compose music in Afghanistan just a decade ago.

But a new generation is now being taught to embrace the art.

The new National Institute of Music aims to revive long-neglected musical traditions and to perhaps one day create the country's first symphony orchestra.

AL Jazeera's Hoda Abdel Hamid reports from Kabul

Watch this video too:

Reviving Afghan music - CENTRAL/S. ASIA - Al Jazeera English

 

[Hyde]

i am sure there are some great talented Afghan singers around. I know one afghan guy who is very fond of listening music. It could be true a decade ago but i am sure there are many singers out there singing songs in their respective languages.

I have heard quite a few myself - do not understand but still it was good

 

[Ahmad]

i am sure there are some great talented Afghan singers around. I know one afghan guy who is very fond of listening music. It could be true a decade ago but i am sure there are many singers out there singing songs in their respective languages.

I have heard quite a few myself - do not understand but still it was good

A decade ago during the peak of Taliban rule, there was only one radio/TV station which broadcasted songs and had female workers, in the taliban control areas the picture was compltely different. yes, outside the country music and singers were/are doing good.

 

[GUNNER]

I watched a documentary on National Geographic some months back about a music program which was hosted in Kabul. Competitors of different ethnic backgrounds were in this, kind of Afghan idol.

It was good. Traditional afghan music is brilliant since it brings in cultural diversity.

I like the music the most though i have to get the lyrics translated.

 

[Parashuram1]

This not only promotes national unity of different Afghan ethnicities but also sends a political message to Taliban barbarians that this is 21st century and Asia.. not 7th century deserts and they better change with time.

Those who have not, have perished. Heartiest kudos to Afghan people here from entire Europe. I think your neighbouring countries' industries should come and cooperate with Afghan music industry so as to promote music.

 

[Desert Fox]

Those who have not, have perished. Heartiest kudos to Afghan people here from entire Europe. I think your neighbouring countries' industries should come and cooperate with Afghan music industry so as to promote music.

nahh, Afghans have enough potential, they don't need anyone's help!

 

[T-Faz]

We are willing to send over Rahim Shah for help

Think of it as a goodwill gesture.

 

[Capt.Popeye]

It was illegal to listen to or compose music in Afghanistan just a decade ago.

But a new generation is now being taught to embrace the art.

The new National Institute of Music aims to revive long-neglected musical traditions and to perhaps one day create the country's first symphony orchestra.

AL Jazeera's Hoda Abdel Hamid reports from Kabul

Watch this video too:

Reviving Afghan music - CENTRAL/S. ASIA - Al Jazeera English

GREAT NEWS.
Afghanistan has a long and rich musical tradition, it will be great to see it revived. BTW that region (Iran, Afghanistan and parts of what is now Pakistan) has contributed in very large measure to the development of music in India. That happens to be part of my musical heritage, which i am proud of. There is no reason for me to disown it even though those areas are different political entities.
On a lighter (and constructive) note; the Taliban should take time to listen to and learn music, in addition to pursuing their "normal" activities- will do them a lot of good. IMO 'Rap' music may be a good way to start.
@Ahmad
Thanks for the post and esp. the link.

 

[Parashuram1]

nahh, Afghans have enough potential, they don't need anyone's help!

I am talking about technological help, my man. As we know that Afghanistan has just began to emerge from a severe war and a lot of things have to be rebuilt including their whole industry.

Music industry is something that would need a tremendous overhaul as it is more to do with entertainment. While focus would be on infrastructure, since neighbouring countries are more familiar with the culture and music of Afghans, it would be better than Europe sending its experts.

I am sure that Afghans wouldn't be pleased listening to Rammstein.