For Whom the Troubadour Sings

Dawud Wharnsby (b. 1972) first began writing poetry and music and performing while in his mid-teens. His recording career began in 1995 and there have been a string of fifteen recordings including the internationally-popular albums The Poets and the Prophet and Out Seeing the Fields. Dawud has been a pioneer in the development of the English-language spiritual hymn (nasheed) that draws upon Qur'anic teachings. As a voice for socially-conscious and spiritually-minded believers in the 21st century, his work has inspired a generation of educators, artists, poets and musicians. Dawud performs worldwide and frequently lectures at schools, conferences and universities. Dawud and his family reside seasonally between their homes in Pakistan, Canada and the United States.

"Mr. Wharnsby's message is substantive, and his vocals are compelling-similar in style to Peter Yarrow and Paul Simon." - Dallas Morning News