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SEMA / Sufi Ritual of Whirling

Bengusu-gield and Ak-Pirim ensemble

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*The event is offered on a donation basis

For the first time in The Netherlands, Bengusu-gield and the Ak-Pirim Ensemble will offer a beautiful evening of Sufi music accompanying the SEMA — the traditional whirling ritual.

You are encouraged to join the whirling no matter how experienced you are, for as long as you wish for. The detailed information will be provided in the beginning of the session. 

During sema it feels much better to wear natural garments and to cover shoulders and legs as much as possible. It is recommended to wear comfortable clothing. For feet to whirl freely and smoothly please wear slippery socks if you dont have mes (traditional leather socks). There is no mandatory or strict requirements… Come as you are …

There will be tea and snacks after sema.

Please register in advance to reserve your place, as space is limited. 

Registration is via: info@bengusu.com

To support a fully present and undistracted journey, phones will be collected before entering this musical and meditative gathering.