HOUSTON, September 15, 2022 — More than 1,200 guests enjoyed a free concert by Grammy Award-winning singer Arooj Aftab, presented by Asia Society Texas at Miller Outdoor Theatre. The first-ever Pakistani female artist to win a Grammy, Aftab is also the first to win the new category of “Best World Music Performance” for her song “Mohabbat.”

Joined by Darian Donovan Thomas on the violin, Maeve Gilchrist on the harp, and Gyan Riley on the guitar, Aftab led the audience on “a journey of sad and sexy music” while tossing red rose stems from the stage and noting this was her first time visiting Houston. Many of the songs performed were featured on Aftab’s latest album, Vulture Prince, including “Mohabbat” and “Last Night.”

The concert was presented as part of Asia Society Texas’ Muslim Series.

About Asia Society Texas

Asia Society Texas believes in the strength and beauty of diverse perspectives and people. As an educational institution, we advance cultural exchange by celebrating the vibrant diversity of Asia, inspiring empathy, and fostering a better understanding of our interconnected world. Spanning the fields of arts, business, culture, education, and policy, our programming is rooted in the educational and cultural development of our community — trusting in the power of art, dialogue, and ideas to combat bias and build a more inclusive society.