Afghanistan National Institute of Music
The Gould Standard Podcast Interviews Dr. Ahmad Sarmast
The Gould Standard, a podcast featuring stories from artistic heroes, just released their latest interview with Dr. Ahmad Sarmast, founder of the Afghanistan National Institute of Music (ANIM).
Afghan Youth Orchestra Makes First Appearance in U.K.
The students of the Afghanistan National Institute of Music are no strangers to adversity.
Yo-Yo Ma Offers a Message of Hope for Afghan Musicians
We’re heartened to share an update from the Afghanistan National Institute of Music (ANIM) following our coverage of their evacuation last year.
Call to Action: Young People in Afghanistan Need Our Support
The government of Afghanistan recently announced new regulations that take away the right for young people to sing.
Raising a New Generation of Musicians in Afghanistan
Janielle Beh, Bilal Asify, Piano Faculty, Afghanistan National Institute of Music
Afghanistan, a land that weaves a vibrant tapestry of cultures and peoples, continues to undergo conflict even after decades of unrest. Its people keenly feel the heartaches of incalculable loss but continue to persevere. Through this war-weary land, a river of cultural, musical, and artistic heritage flows from the civilizations of the Persia-Central Asia region and the Indian subcontinent. That river was forced to become subterranean in the late 20th century, when the country was embroiled in civil war, but it is now rising to the surface once more.
