Surtaal Kids Band to open Asim Azhar’s concerts

Singer Asim Azhar is giving a group of talented young musicians from Lahore an opportunity to showcase their abilities on a major platform. The singer has invited the Surtaal Kids Band to perform as the opening act at three concerts during the Pakistan leg of his upcoming Asim Ali Tour.

The young performers will join Azhar at concerts in Faisalabad on November 6, Lahore on November 7 and Islamabad on November 8. These performances will mark an important milestone for the children, as they prepare to make their debut on such a major concert platform.

The announcement was shared through a joint Instagram post by Azhar and Surtaal Music Academy. The academy expressed excitement over the opportunity and confirmed that its young musicians would perform alongside the singer at all three venues.

Azhar also visited the academy and shared the story behind his decision to include the children in his tour. In a video shared on social media, he revealed that the young musicians had invited him to visit them with great affection. He decided to return their gesture by offering them an opportunity to perform in front of large audiences.

During his visit, the children performed a rendition of his popular song Jo Tu Na Mila. Azhar also joined the young performers, creating a memorable musical moment that highlighted their talent and enthusiasm.

Based in Lahore, Surtaal Music Academy has gained recognition for its young students’ performances of both traditional and contemporary music. Established in 2016 by music educator Zia-ul-Haq, the academy aims to make formal music education accessible to children, particularly those from underprivileged backgrounds.

The institution provides free music lessons and trains more than 100 students in singing and various musical instruments. Its focus is on developing young talent and providing children with opportunities to explore their musical abilities.

The academy recently attracted widespread attention on social media after its students performed Alfaaz alongside Norwegian singer and dancer William Gamborg during his visit. Their soulful rendition received appreciation from viewers, particularly for their impressive understanding of Qawwali music. Many social media users affectionately compared the young performers to legendary Qawwali singer Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, calling them the ‘little Nusrats’.

The performance helped introduce the academy’s work to a wider audience and brought greater recognition to its students.

Now, their upcoming appearances with Asim Azhar are expected to open another exciting chapter in their musical journey. Performing at major concerts will allow the children to gain valuable stage experience, build confidence and reach audiences beyond their classrooms.

Azhar’s initiative also highlights the importance of established artists supporting emerging talent and creating opportunities for the next generation of Pakistani musicians.