Wares (Wadis) Fazelyar
Toronto-born rubab player and member of the Afghan diaspora who performs Afghan folk music and speaks about inherited connections to homeland through music.
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Nov 28, 2025 • 54min
How music transports the Afghan diaspora to their homeland
Join Mir Hussain Mahdavi, a poet and cultural researcher, alongside Wolayat Tabassum Niroo, a Fulbright scholar focused on Afghan women's music, and talented musicians Wares Fazelyar and Sara Soroor. They discuss how music serves as a vital link to homeland for the Afghan diaspora, exploring themes of loss, resistance, and identity. From the power of traditional songs to the resilience of female musicians, the conversation touches on music's role in healing and community during times of conflict, creating a rich tapestry of memory and hope.
