Samia delivers bespoke in-person singing, songwriting and Indian music workshops sessions for adults and young people in community groups, in particular focusing on more vulnerable groups such as refugees and asylum seekers, women and families being supported by domestic violence organisations, older isolated rural communities and others.

She workshops directly within the community, including within women's centres, women's refuges, hotels housing refugees and asylum seekers, schools, community choirs, creative groups, music societies, rural touring events, melas,  celebrations and festivals...and counting! 

‘This session filled me with hope power and strength'  Workshop Participant     

‘I can honestly say we have never heard such positive feedback about a workshop'   Pam Saleem | Ashiana Women's Network London

Samia also delivers sessions for conferences.

Samia’s sessions are always accessible, friendly, fun and empowering! 

'I’ve never seen the participants so engaged in a music workshop, and so open to learning more about the culture.’   Lauren Turner | Arts and Health Support Worker | Creative Arts East 

There are 2 main workshop options which can be adapted to suit your requirements:

INDIAN MUSIC - using voice to explore raag (scales) and taal (rhythm) - MORE DETAILS HERE

SONGWRITING - learn skills & tools to begin writing your own words, in your own language, in a safe supported atmosphere - MORE DETAILS 

IF YOU WOULD LIKE SAMIA TO PRESENT LIVE MUSIC, TALK OR RUN A SESSION AT YOUR CONFERENCE, PLEASE CONTACT SAMIA TO DISCUSS YOUR REQUIREMENTS.

For venues - Scroll down for DOWNLOADABLE workshops posters and hi-res images