A Pakistani nasheed artist, Zeeshan Ahsan Qureshi, has brought together musicians from different cultural backgrounds in Australia for a unique musical collaboration. Featuring Australian musicians, including a singer from The Voice Australia, the project blends Urdu poetry, traditional instruments and contemporary musical influences, creating a shared expression of faith and culture.
According to artist Zeeshan Ahsan Qureshi, the nasheed was recorded live with a full band, featuring a singer from The Voice Australia along with two other Australian musicians. He described it as a new and memorable experience.
The lyrics were written by Muhammad Qasim Qureshi, Zeeshan’s uncle, who passed away just four days before the recording. As a result, the nasheed also became a tribute to him.
The Australian musicians involved in the nasheed also shared their experiences. Ruby, who played the harmonium, described it as a completely new experience for her. Tabla player Christian said it introduced him to a new genre of music. Mandolin player Faisal Rana described working with the band as a very enjoyable experience, while Gaby, a contestant on Season 12 of The Voice Australia, said playing the flute was a new and wonderful experience for her.
