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Nasrat Parsa
Birth name Nasrat Ali Parsa
Born February 22, 1968(1968-02-22)
Kabul, Afghanistan
Died May 8, 2005 (aged 37)
Vancouver, Canada
Genre(s) Soft rock, pop, ghazals, classical
Occupation(s) Singer
Instrument(s) Tabla, harmonium
Years active 1987–2005
Label(s) Afghan Vision Records
Ariana Records
Negah Entertainment

Nasrat Parsa (Persian: نصرت پارسا, February 22, 1968 – May 8, 2005) was a Tajik singer from Afghanistan. Events 1495 - King Charles VIII of France enters Naples to claim the city's throne Year 1968 ( MCMLXVIII) was a Leap year starting on Monday (link will display full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. } Kābul ( Persian and Pashto: کابل, IPA:) is the Capital and largest city of Afghanistan, with Afghanistan /æfˈgænɪstæn/ officially the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan ( Pashto: د افغانستان اسلامي جمهوریت, Events 589 - Reccared summons the Third Council of Toledo 1450 - Jack Cade's Rebellion: Kentishmen Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. Vancouver (vænˈkuːvɚ is a coastal Country to "Dominion of Canada" or "Canadian Federation" or anything else please read the Talk Page A music genre is a categorical and typological construct that identifies musical sounds as belonging to a particular category and type of music that can be distinguished from other Soft rock, also referred to as light rock or easy rock, is a style of Music which uses the techniques of Rock and roll to compose a softer Pop music as a genre features a noticeable rhythmic element catchy melodies and hooks, a mainstream style and conventional structure In Poetry, the ghazal ( Arabic / Persian / Urdu: غزل; Hindi: ग़ज़ल Turkish gazel) is a Classical music is a broad term that usually refers to mainstream music produced in or rooted in the traditions of Western liturgical and Secular music A musical instrument is a device constructed or modified for the purpose of making Music. This article is about the Indian drum For the drum with the same name in Arabic, see Goblet drum. A harmonium is a free-standing musical keyboard instrument similar to a Reed Organ or Pipe Organ In the Music industry, a record label can be a Brand and a Trademark associated with the Marketing of music recordings and Music Events 1495 - King Charles VIII of France enters Naples to claim the city's throne Year 1968 ( MCMLXVIII) was a Leap year starting on Monday (link will display full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. Events 589 - Reccared summons the Third Council of Toledo 1450 - Jack Cade's Rebellion: Kentishmen Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. Afghanistan /æfˈgænɪstæn/ officially the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan ( Pashto: د افغانستان اسلامي جمهوریت, Up until his murder, he continued his music in exile from Hamburg, Germany, occasionally touring other countries. Hamburg (English, German: ˈhambʊɐk local pronunciation Low German / Low Saxon: Hamborg) is the second-largest city in Germany Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany ( ˈbʊndəsʁepuˌbliːk ˈdɔʏtʃlant is a Country in Central Europe.

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Origin

Nasrat Parsa was born to a Tajik family in a suburb of Kabul, Afghanistan. } Kābul ( Persian and Pashto: کابل, IPA:) is the Capital and largest city of Afghanistan, with Afghanistan /æfˈgænɪstæn/ officially the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan ( Pashto: د افغانستان اسلامي جمهوریت, His family, especially his oldest brother Najibullah Parsa, was already involved in music to a certain extent and the environment of a musical household helped materialize Nasrat’s artistic talents. According to Nasrat's personal account, he was first discovered after singing the songs of Ahmad Zahir on a national radio broadcast. Ahmad Zahir (احمد ظاهر born 14 June 1946, died 14 June 1979) was a Persian/ Tajik Singer, Songwriter After the singer heard the renditions of his songs by the 7 year old Nasrat, he got in touch with the child and invited him to sing with him. Thus was Nasrat’s formal initiation into singing.

Emigration to India

Due to Soviet occupation of Afghanistan and the ensuing disruptive guerrilla fighting, Nasrat Parsa and his family left Afghanistan in 1981 for Pakistan and subsequently to India. The Soviet war in Afghanistan, also known as the Soviet-Afghan War or just the Soviet Invasion of Afghanistan, was a nine-year conflict involving Pakistan () officially the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, is a country located in South Asia, Southwest Asia, Middle East and India, officially the Republic of India (भारत गणराज्य inc-Latn Bhārat Gaṇarājya; see also other Indian languages) is a country They took residence in the capital city of New Delhi, a popular destination for most war civilians. New Delhi (नई दिल्ली ਨਵੀਂ ਦਿੱਲੀ نئی دلی is the Capital city of India. India has seen large influx of refugee populations throughout history There the 12 year old Nasrat was said to delve into studying music to find comfort from the negative psychological effects of the war. He attended the school of music under the apprenticeship of classic Indian singer Daish Pandi. Although the classical music of Afghanistan and Indian classical music differ a bit in tone and rhythm, the training nonetheless gave Nasrat a foundation to prepare his voice and gave encouragement to the amateur to pursue his interest professionally. The origins of Indian classical music can be found from the oldest of Scriptures part of the Hindu tradition the Vedas. He also studied with Ustad Monawar Ali Khan, a leading authority in certain Indian music styles who taught him details of musical instruments and notes. He became one of the those (Tajik) singers who had a formal training in classical music. It was these lessons that would prepare him for performing the ghazal that he later became known for in Europe. In Poetry, the ghazal ( Arabic / Persian / Urdu: غزل; Hindi: ग़ज़ल Turkish gazel) is a

A star in Germany

After a few transition years in India, Nasrat and his family immigrated to Germany. Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany ( ˈbʊndəsʁepuˌbliːk ˈdɔʏtʃlant is a Country in Central Europe. Establishing contact with other fellow countrymen in Hamburg, Nasrat became more involved in the music scene with the other exiled singers and musicians. Hamburg (English, German: ˈhambʊɐk local pronunciation Low German / Low Saxon: Hamborg) is the second-largest city in Germany

From his initial involvements in private parties to the formal weddings where strong singing background is considered, Nasrat's name ranked high on the choice list. At this time, he started working on recording professional albums as well. His initial works met with moderate notability; however, they were commercially steady in success.

At weddings he was acclaimed for the warm welcoming of the bride and groom with his number Maa Destmal Aawordaim (ما دستمال آورديم ) (Gohar Album) which roughly translates as “we‘ve brought our brother’s bride. Maa Destmal Aawordaim ( Persian: ما دستمال آورديم) was a hit single from the Gohar Album (released in 1996) by the late Nasrat ” This album established Nasrat as a respected singer and also garnered him praise of critics. As a matter of fact, the monumentalizing of the bride and groom union following the entrance anthem of Ahesta Boro (آهسته برو) in weddings with the hit song of the Gohar Album is now a strong tradition of Afghan weddings. Ahesta Boro ( literally "walk slowly", figuratively "walk graciously" is a Musical composition played to welcome the bride and groom’s entrance

His performances hereon became regular, and he often teamed with other singers to perform in various cities outside of Germany.

Vancouver tragedy

In 2005, Nasrat Parsa was invited to perform at a concert in Vancouver, Canada, on the occasion of Mother’s Day, opening a comprehensive tour that was scheduled to include several cities in North America. Vancouver (vænˈkuːvɚ is a coastal Country to "Dominion of Canada" or "Canadian Federation" or anything else please read the Talk Page Mother's Day is a day honoring Mothers celebrated on various days in many places around the world At the height of his popularity, and on the occasion of promoting his upcoming album Dil, the singer flew to Canada where he performed to a large crowd of fans, some of whom saw him live on stage for the first time.

Although the event itself went smoothly, the developments later on in the night was to etch a tragic mark. During a break on his concert, Nasrat was approached by a group of young men claiming to be his fans and asked him aggressivly for singing fast Pashtu songs that he couldn´t because he was not prepared for such songs. Although the singer maintained before he was being respectful to the attending mothers who came to his concert on the occasion of Mother’s Day, one of the infuriated men dissatisfied with the justification, unexpectedly punched the singer in the face. This caused him to slump in shock and lose his balance. Since Nasrat had the disadvantage of position over the stairs, he fell, hitting his head on one of the concrete cases in a severe blow that had gained force with the momentum of the full fall. Immediately unconscious, the singer didn't recover from his injuries.

On Sunday, May 8, 2005 at 11:15pm (Pacific Time) Nasrat Ali Parsa, 36, was pronounced dead at a Vancouver hospital. Events 589 - Reccared summons the Third Council of Toledo 1450 - Jack Cade's Rebellion: Kentishmen Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar.

Funerary services

On May 12, 2005, Nasrat Parsa’s body was flown back to Germany for burial. Events 1191 - Richard I of England marries Berengaria of Navarre. Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. The grief-stricken bereaved family members and fans around the world individually held services to honor the late singer. Notably, the funeral held at Sayed Jamaladen Masjid by Habib Qaderi on May 15, 2005 in Orange County, United States, drew thousands of sorrowful fans. Habib Qaderi is a Persian ( Tajik) Singer from Kabul, Afghanistan. Events 1252 - Pope Innocent IV issues the Papal bull Ad exstirpanda, which authorizes but also limits the Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. Orange County is a county in Southern California, United States. The United States of America —commonly referred to as the Other cities, in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, and Afghanistan also held similar mourning sessions. For a topic outline on this subject see List of basic Australia topics. His grave is situated in Frankfurt, Germany in Mainzer Waldfriedhof.

Laguna Beach vigil

On May 13, 2005, a candle light vigil was held in memory of the late singer in Laguna Beach, United States. Events 1497 - Pope Alexander VI excommunicates Girolamo Savonarola. Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. Laguna Beach is a seaside resort and artist community located in southern Orange County California, approximately southeast of the county seat of Santa Ana. The event, which drew many fans and sympathizers called for a conscious effort to respect all singers from Afghanistan. Furthermore, it called for active action against violence in future concert events to protect the other musical assets of Afghanistan. The vigil was held with an Islamic theme to honor his family’s religious tradition. For other meanings including people named 'Islam' see Islam (disambiguation. Similar ceremonies were also held thereafter in various cities around the world in honor of the singer.

Quotes

“ We are deeply saddened and deeply touched by Nasrat Parsa’s death. Singers are the moral property of a society. - Gholam Mohamed Yosufzai (Acting Deputy Minister of Information of Afghanistan in Agence France-Presse, May 10, 2005 ”
“ The death of Parsa on Mother's Day must have been heart-stopping news for his mother and family. Events 1291 - Scottish Nobles recognize the authority of Edward I of England. Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. - Salim Alim (Music Retailer, CBC. CA News, May 10, 2005 ”
“ He never smiled in any of his pictures. Events 1291 - Scottish Nobles recognize the authority of Edward I of England. Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. . . perhaps he had sensed his life's tragic end at the hands of his countrymen beforehand. - Ozair ( Nasrat Parsa Vigil, Laguna Beach, CA. May 13, 2005) ”

Discography

INDIAN MUSIC

Concerts

Videography

Notable songs

Nasrat Parsa's Popular Songs
RANK SONG ALBUM YEAR Notes
1 Maa Destmal Aawordaim Gohar 1996 Wedding Song
2 Masoma Naz 2004 Saifo's Masoma Rendition
3 Laily Majnoon Naz 2004 Love Song
4 Dil Dil 2005 Reflective Mood

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