Archive · 19 May 2025
SAZ: Rajasthani Folk Band Experimenting with New Sounds
SAZ, a Rajasthani folk band, blends traditional music with new ideas.
The band members, who never thought they would be a band, created music together after a trip to China.
They write songs based on stories, a key aspect of folk music.
They work with Divya Bhatia who helps them shape the music.
Their music, though rooted in tradition, explores fresh viewpoints, appealing to both village elders and urban listeners.
They are known for playing by ear and their songs are well-received online.
SAZ is a Rajasthani folk band blending traditional and contemporary music.
The band consists of Sadiq Khan, Asin Khan and Zakir Khan Langa.
The band's music creation was inspired by a trip to China and encouraged by Divya Bhatia.
SAZ's songs begin with a story, rooted in Rajasthani folk traditions.
SAZ's music is popular online, especially their song 'Sundar gori re'.
- Who
- The Rajasthani folk band SAZ (Sadiq, Asin, and Zakir)
- What
- Rajasthani folk band SAZ experimenting with new sounds
- When
- Recently
- Where
- India, at the Remembering Veenapani Festival
- Why
- To create original music rooted in their regional folk music
- Band Name
- SAZ
- Band Members
- Sadiq Khan, Asin Khan, Zakir Khan Langa
- Origin
- Rajasthan, India
- Musical Style
- Folk Music
- Key Instruments
- Khartal, Sindhi Sarangi, Dholak