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Song Of Lahore (2015)
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Song Of Lahore (2015)

Genre
Documentary, Music
Release Date
November 13, 2015
Studio
Broad Green Pictures
Official Site
http://www.songoflahoremovie.com/
Genre
Documentary, Music
Release Date
November 13, 2015
MPAA Rating
PG
Duration
82 minute(s)
Production Budget
-
Studio
Broad Green Pictures
Official Site
http://www.songoflahoremovie.com/
Director
Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, Andy Schocken
Producer
Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, Andy Schocken
Starring
  • Sachal Jazz Ensemble
  • Wynton Marsalis

In the ancient cultural capital of Lahore, Pakistan, a group of master musicians faces a fading legacy. Directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy and Andy Schocken, this uplifting documentary follows the Sachal Jazz Ensemble, traditional classical players whose art was nearly silenced by decades of political and religious restriction. Determined to revive their music for a new generation, they embark on a daring and unprecedented experiment: fusing their intricate classical rhythms with the vibrant, improvisational spirit of American jazz. Their journey crescendos when an invitation arrives from the legendary Wynton Marsalis and Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City, presenting a monumental challenge that will test their skill, courage, and cultural identity. A testament to the universal language of music, "Song of Lahore" is a moving portrait of artistic resilience, celebrating the courageous act of cultural preservation and the unexpected harmonies that can bridge worlds.