The percussive power of Quadrum captivates Karachi audiences
At NAPA, four percussionists united global rhythms in a charged, physical experience. The National Academy of Performing Arts on Monday night became a resounding chamber of rhythm and movement as Quadrum, a four-piece percussion ensemble, delivered a performance that was as visceral as it was meticulously constructed. The quartet of Atif Saeed, Daud Randle, Saad Sarfraz and Umer Saud guided the audience through a wide-ranging exploration of percussive sound, drawing on instruments from many musical traditions including the djembe, claves, dhol, doumbek and bass. Their set unfolded not as a rigid program but as a narrative shaped by energy, improvisation
