Since 2003, CMHT’s academy has trained students in vocal and instrumental disciplines under renowned masters. Led for years by the legendary Ustad Fateh Ali Khan of the Patiala Gharana—who devoted over 30,000 man-hours—his legacy shaped the academy’s foundation.
With over 25 years of experience, Sarfraz Anwar is a rare master of three classical disciplines: tabla, harmonium, and vocals. Trained under Ustad Mahfooz Khokhar and Ustad Pervez Paras, he has performed with legends like Abida Parveen, Ghulam Ali, and Ustad Fateh Ali Khan.
He has taught at Lok Virsa, PNCA, and Preparatory School Islamabad (PSI), and performed internationally with bands like "You Miii and Me" and the Pak-China Music Fusion Band. A truly versatile and dedicated teacher.
Salman Adil is a renowned flutist and music director with over 17 years of experience. Trained by Babar Ali, he has represented Pakistan internationally, performing in countries such as England, Japan, China, France, Holland, India, and Belgium.
He has collaborated with icons like Abida Parveen and Ghulam Ali and is a two-time PTV Best Music Director Award winner. As senior instructor at the Classical Music Heritage Trust Academy, he blends tradition with innovation to inspire new talent.
Muhammad Arslan Nizami is an 18th-generation sitarist from the esteemed Seniya Gharana, tracing its lineage to Mian Tansen, the legendary court musician of Mughal Emperor Akbar.
He carries forward this rich classical tradition through the teachings of his grandfather Ustad Ishaq Nizami, father Ustad Akhtar Nizami, and uncle Ustad Ghulam Farid Nizami. A dedicated sitar player, he upholds the gharana’s legacy with skill, discipline, and deep-rooted musical insight.