Sonic Swirl & Silence is a new commission for Bradford 2025 supported by British Council and launching at BD:IS LIT 2025.

Explore the mysticism of Sufi Islam at Sonic Swirl & Silence – a mesmerising new installation created by Pakistani musician Zohaib Kazi and presented as part of BD is Lit.

Sonic Swirl & Silence is a light and sound installation created from images and recordings of some of the most important Sufi sites in Pakistan – including the shrines dedicated to Sufi saints Lal Shahbaz Qalandar and Laki Shah Sadar, and to the revered Sufi poet Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai. This atmospheric installation introduces us to the devout Sufis who journey to these sacred sites, the music and dance that’s such a vital part of Sufism, and the extraordinary power of this deeply spiritual practice.

The 15-minute preview will be followed by a conversation between artist Zohaib Kazi and Bradford 2025 Creative Director Shanaz Gulzar taking a deep delve into Zohaib’s inspiration, creative practice and vision for Sonic Swirl & Silence. With opportunity for questions.

• 12:00 – Light refreshments, ground floor Loading Bay
• 12:30 – 1:30pm – Preview and artist in conversation, second floor Loading Bay

Email [email protected] to RSVP. Place are limited to 1 per person.

This event features the use of haze effects.

Loading Bay is a brand new pop-up arts venue in Bradford City Centre for Bradford 2025.

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