Recognize, Gnosis and Ginān: Interconnected Indo-European roots?
Oh wow! I came across the etymology of the word recognize while reflecting on the idea of recognition of that which the soul knows, that...
Toronto Cicada Encounter
I hear the voice Of every creature and plant, Every world and sun and galaxy-- Singing the Beloved's name! - Hafiz Taking a moment to...
A Canadian Anthem
On July 19, 2018 I had the pleasure of presenting the Canadian National Anthem at a citizenship ceremony held at the Toronto Pearson...
Cross-stitches of Sound
This past weekend I had the beautiful opportunity to collaborate with the now Toronto-based world renowned master musician Shaho Andalibi...
Did naming 'diversity' unnaturally divide us?
The word 'diversity' according to etymology on line is mid-14th century, from Old French diversité (12c.). Before the word existed or was...
A Gift from the Nai Kids
I have recently been very blessed to participate as guest conductor, composer, and artistic advisor with the super wonderful Nai...
One Year Later - Toronto's Palpable Cosmopolitanism -
This week celebrates the one year anniversary of the Ismaili Centre Toronto. It was also one year ago this week, that I found myself in...
All in this Together
We are all in this together, aren't we? We have encounters which spark the heart remind us to have courage to be our fullest selves and...
Aga Khan Park Opening
On Monday, May 25, 2015 I had the amazing opportunity to lead an octet of Ismaili Muslim Youth to sing at the inauguration of the Aga...
Amadeus Choir World Premiere
Amadeus Choir of Greater Toronto presents OF HEART AND TIDE: THE GIFT OF WATER Lydia Adams, conductor Two World Premieres by Canadian...
