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Sami Yusuf is a popular
singer and composer amongst Muslims worldwide.
To his credit, he has sold over a million
copies of his debut album Al-Muallim
in the Muslim World. He has been featured
on many channels and magazines including
CNN, MBC, BBC.
Sami learnt to play
several instruments at a very young age
and gradually began to show a keen interest
in singing and composing. He studied music
at several institutions and with renowned
composers and musicians including composers
from the Royal Academy of Music in London,
one of the world most prestigious music
institutions. Sami has been composing from
a very young age and his beautiful voice
is supplemented by his extensive knowledge
of music theory and harmony. He has also
a good understanding of the Middle Eastern
modes (or Maqams).
To date he has performed
at sell out events all across the Muslim
World from Istanbul to Casablanca, from
USA to Germany. Recently he has been commissioned
to compose the sound track for Hollywood
Movie The Kite Runner which
is due to be released later this year.
Official artist website:
www.samiyusuf.com
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