2. There are various things that are common in every sufi music video. These
are known as the conventions of the music video. Following are some of
them
In sufi music artists are dressed in traditional clothes justifying the
genre. The artist usually wear loose shirts and trousers with huge hats
and waistcoats.
However, we will probably break this convention and we will dress the
artist of our band in a more modern way.
3. In sufi music videos, mainly three simple types of camera shots are
used, mostly- mid-shot, close-up and wide shots and the editing is done
using slow shots and fast cuts.
4. Many gestures are made by the artists while performing. The 'Whirling
Dervish' is most popular. The artist usually looks towards the sky which
alludes to the idea of mysticism.
5. Artists are completely devoted to their performance and have a spiritual
expression while they are performing. The lighting used is also very
warm and shows a slightly gloomy yet spiritual mood.
6. The basic instruments of Sufi music are tabla, harmonium, sitar, flute
etc. However, we will use more modern instruments as well such as
guitar, violin etc.
There are many non-digetic sounds in sufi music videos as well. There
are various cvhanges in the levels of the sounds according to the
requirement of the video.
The location used for the sufi band performance is usually some
outdoor historical place.
7. These were some of the basic conventions of the Sufi Rock music videos
that need to be followed.
