In the beginning there was rhythm
All Pakistan Music Conference
Karachi
20 years in service of Pakistan's music and dance heritage.
The All Pakistan Music Conference (APMC) Karachi came into being to provide crucial support to the endangered heritage of Pakistan’s traditional music & dance. Our cultural traditions inform our personal identity and collective worth as a society. At APMC Karachi, we believe that cultural awareness is integral to a healthy society and free access to it is the right of every individual.
22
Annual Festivals
20+
International Artists Showcased
100+
Baithaks
70+
Student Performers
500+
Artists & Accompanists Featured
400+
Hours of Recorded Music
100+
Senior Practitioners
200+
Hours of Content Released
360+
Hours of Archival Material
Recent Activities
Darsgah Project
APMC Karachi opened its doors to teachers and students of classical music through its Darsgah initiative in 2025. This landmark project aims to transpose the traditional way of teaching & learning of sub-continental classical music in contemporary times, also creating the possibility of facilitating access for non-Gharana students to the art.
Watch this space for our upcoming documentary on the project.
The Darsgah Pilot Project was made possible with the support of British Council Pakistan.
Morning Baithak: Muslim Shaggan
A crisp January morning, in the company of an expansive neem and pleasant birdsong, Karachi audiences sat entranced listening to Gwalior gharana gayek, Muslim Shaggan's rendition of the rare raag Shaurast Bhairon.
The stuff of dreams indeed!
A new platform is born
Silsila-e-Sukhan Shanasi is a new Music Conference initiative in partnership with The Second Floor (T2F) to raise appreciation and awareness of our rich music and dance forms through presentations, lec-dems on concepts and discussions on contemporary questions, concerns and issues.
Two sessions have been held so far: 'What makes our Music Unique' and 'Sitar 101'
The audience is demanding more and we will happily comply.
About APMC Karachi
Who We Are
APMC Karachi, is a registered not-for-profit, which was setup with a vision to preserve and revive the traditional arts of music and dance of Pakistan.
What We Do
Keep abreast of APMC Karachi’s activities: showcasing both maestros and younger artists, introducing Pakistan’s youth to our rich music and dance traditions, and documenting the history and wisdom of our musical gharanas.
See Our Past Events
APMC Karachi hosts year-round events featuring traditional arts, free for all income groups. We aim to bridge social gaps and celebrate our diverse musical heritage. Visit our archives for a glimpse into all our past open public events
Our Distinguished Artists
It is such an honour to sit at the feet of master practitioners who have spent their entire life in service to their art. Each interaction offers a window into our cultural traditions and worldview.
Join Our Patron Community
APMC Karachi is only able to operate with the generous support of our donors and patrons. Join us in our mission to preserve and celebrate Pakistan’s rich cultural heritage.
Download Our Reports
Explore our journey and milestones, by downloading our reports. These comprehensive documents provide an in-depth look into our performance, strategic initiatives, and the impact we’ve made over the past 20 years.