Delivered at the University of Edinburgh on 1st March, 2006, as part of a tour organised by Quranica, this lecture describes Dr. Nelson's own journey to discover and present the unique art of Qur'an recitation.
I am impressed by her dedication and knowledge. I pray that more Muslims study the art of recitation as she did. We all enjoy beautiful melodic recitation, but, very few of us understand how much work and time is involved for someone to be able to reach that stage where he/she can improvise without compromising the reading or meaning of the text.
What an amazing lecture. More people should listen to this. Kristina's knowledge and deep understanding on the intricacies of the subject after many years of research and study is simply astounding. Her voice is equally soothing, pleasant and hypnotic. May Allah guide her.
I spent some time in the Middle East myself and though I am Christian I did enjoy and love to hear the sounds of the East both Arabic and Persian, as well as the Quran Being recited five times a day. It thrilled me and I gained a true appreciation for the culture in all aspects: whether the written language, the dance,the music, the food, the spoken word, etc. I was not really entertained by this I was enthralled by this and still am today. I also live my own culture as well. One thing I have noticed because I’ve lived in other countries in Europe as well, is that culture is something that is shared and shared with people who are not politically motivated to share but just sharing their unique and ancient cultures that they may be experienced all over the world. I truly believe that culture is something that belongs to the world.
Simon Jay Arabic being the language of the Quran does not mean or imply that it is easy to read or recite even for someone from the Arab world . Nonetheless There are many reciters from non Arab nations who are skilled in this respect . However, public recitation or reciting the Quran during prayer is and should be performed by a man while the ladies can recite and learn in the presence of other women .
I've been attempting to transcribe some of the versions of Dua e-Qunoot found on You Tube into MuseScore, and though the changes in meter are rather difficult, the melodies are astonishingly beautiful. The rhythms and poetry are Unsurpassed by anything I've heard in Jazz, and in all my years I've never read or heard anyone, either critic or musician speak of the Quran and its influence on Jazz music. Probably one of the best kept secrets among black musicians, but inescapable once you have learned a few verses like Al-Kursi, or the last two of Baqarah.
That's fair. If the word "musical" is used at all, it would not be in the conventional meaning. Kristina states that Qur'an recitation is a distinct art form.
john Benile Its sonorous intonation (taranum) can move believers to tears once one comprehend the message impart. Key-in to haramaininfo in You Tube to know more. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-e5oQDcK5Xzs.html Reciter from Senegal ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-pp6Z0-WkC4k.html ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-kcgZbM3jvJg.html
Its good to learn Quran.. may Allah give us enlightening Taufiq and hidayah.. here is link to a beautifull recitation on Quran performed in prayer shalah... ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-uOWWZNrNwms.html
Qari Yahya Daud from Malaysia has exquisite ability to immitate Sheikh Mustafa Ismail. Sheikh Mustafa Ismail style become standard recitation during International Quranic Recitation Competition every year held in Kuala Lumpur.
Subḥānallāh - سُـبْـحَـانَ ٱلله beautiful. The Qur’ān is truly a miracle. It brings comfort to the heart even to people who do not understand the Arabic language. May Allāh ﷻ inspire more Muslims to take learning the Holy Qur’ān seriously especially the Tajweed and also the grammar (Nahw and Sarf). Even just learn about the particles will open the door and take us to the beautiful world of the Qur’ān, and understand why it can moves hearts and help us to really connect with Allāh ﷻ in our 5 daily prayers Inshāʾ Allāh - إن شاء الله
So beautiful reading of qur'an.Thanks to the uploader. Reading of quran by Tajweed is musical and mesmerising to the heart and mind. Listening Dr. Kristina sounds really more beautiful.
To Ashika Raut : the very fact that you are filled with hatred, which is a negative energy, shows your ignorance and your arrogance which in turn has made you prejudiced. Hence you now have a closed mind where your heart can never be open for any light to enter it. And unless your heart is open to light, you will never understand the beauty of Islam and the nobility of Prophet Muhammed peace be upon him. No amount of explaining to you will help you unless you empty the dark negative energy within yourself. Try this. You will be amazed when your heart opens up to the positive energy and lights up your life with peace and tranquility that is the Quran and the Sunnah. I wish you this because you too are a human being.
I would like to ask Kristina her favorite reciter anyone knows? and does she understand the text very well? she must have many stories to talk about. May God guide her and all of us.
I'm impressed by your interest and dedication in gaining deep knowledge being non Muslim. Keep going and you will find the truth, IA, may Allah reward your sincere work.
May Allah guide her and make her understand that Islam is the natural conclusion to Christianity and Judaism and a correction of their mistakes and an affirmation of any truth they hold. As a white Muslim myself I know that a large number of my people have a silly understanding that Islam is for brown people 😅 and Christianity is for whites🫣🤭 Unfortunately it’s a strong rooted phenomenon embedded into the psyche of my people. I never felt this way at all because I knew that Islam is the final upgrade to God Almighty’s revelation and religion. Her recitation is quite beautiful ☺️ and I know that she can do better because I witnessed it improve as she warmed up. The only question now is when will she accept Islam? Soon I hope Inshallah Aameen
The pearl is inside To get through the inside Requires a lot of labours and labours Those labours I realise now I have been too lazy to commit to. Sounds Echoes Waves Energies Not our day to today mundane Alphabets. Yallah forgive me and help me recite your Sounds.
She probably already embraced the truth already, Alhamdulillah! Before starting to recite Surah As-Shams she said "Auzu billahi ..... Bismillahi ar rahmanir rahim". A typical non believer would not do that.
QURAN HAS GOT MANY ASPECTS IN RECITATION: FIRST AND FOREMOST AS A .... REMINDER FOR THE PIETY AND RIGHTEOUSNESS. THE CONTEXT VARIOUS ENORMOUS LY, SO THE ART OF RECITATION IS VERY COMPLEX ACCORDINGLY. CLARITY IN PRONUNCIATION AND MELODY IF NEED BE. AS IT'S A MESSAGE TO TRANSMIT, IT'S A RESPONSIBILITY TO FULFILL TO THE BEST. THE HOLY WORDS HAVE A MEANING AND PONDÉRATION. THE TON IS CHOSEN ACCORDINGLY. THERE IS SOME INVOCATION THE LISTENER AND RECITER HAVE TO SAY IN BETWEEN OR DURING THE RECITATION. SO THE POSE IS MEANING FUL, AS THE LISTENER IS ASKED TO REFLECT ON THE VERSE HE JUST HEAR OR IMAGINE THE CONSEQUENCE OF SUCH OR SUCH BEHAVIOUR OR ACT... THE DIVERSITY OF RECITATION AND RECITERS GIVES A CHOICE AND IS VIEWED AS AN ENRICHMENT, VOICES AND SKILLS VARY WITH THE AGE , REGION AND NATIONALITIES. I WOULD ADVISE THE YOUNGEST RECITERS WITH POWERFUL VOICES AND OPTIMISTIC THINKERS , WHILE UNDERSTANDING CONTEXT. JUST LOOK TO THE EMERGING VOICES DURING TARA WEEKS/RAMADAN PRAYERS. THERE IS PLENTY OF "ARTISTIC" INNOVATIONS, WHICH WILL INSPIRE THE LISTENER AND PUSH HIM TO SEARCH THE DEEP MEANING OF HOLY QURAN. THANKS.
Even after 30 years of great knowledge towards Quran recitation and understanding,she’s still not a Muslim .she must have a heart made from stone .or in my opinion Allah has not guided her to the religion of truth,maybe for a reason .
Only Allah guide me and you to Him. Have compassion, we are here at the stage of belief in Allah purely by His kindness, mercy, grace, love and compassion. There is always hope. Let us be if those who uplift. May Allah guide and protect us. Ameen. No offense to any person. We are followers of Rahmatul lil Alameen
we don't know when someone will become a Muslim and only Allah can help her to be a Muslima not every one can be Muslima, but, Remember Allah is merciful and will take care us all our needs either Muslims and non Muslims too how many non Muslims are getting Allah's hand's everyday and they are getting whatever they ask or Allah for example when they are sick who make them feel better again Allah when they are striving who gave them food and water Allah and they still have chance to be a good Muslima so don't be negative as long as she is alive she has chance to be with the Muslims she is reading Qur,aan and many of us Muslim women don't even know or the meaning I gave her good luck
When you recite a book of laws (or any book) do you read it in a melodic way? No.That is the same with the Quran.The melodic reciting is an innovation.The most important is the message and meaning of the Quran.If one does not speak or write Arabic read the translation.
Non Muslim don't need your advice and you and you don't have any reference to tell non muslims to follow Islamic order. Oh yes but you can request her because YOU want to see her like that. But obviously it's not in Islam and even not logical .
