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Crusading for Modern Islamic Art

Beyond calligraphy, geometric designs and classic Islamic poetry, there's Wajahat Ali, who with his new play "The Domestic Crusaders" is rewriting the book on what is modern Islamic art.

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Exploring the Rhythm of the Heart

Grateful Dead drummer Mickey Hart looks far afield--and deep inside--for the soul of his art

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Finding Heaven--and Hell--on Earth

Bishop N.T. Wright says heaven and hell aren't what most Christians imagine them to be--the biblical version is much better.

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Mainstream Music, Muslim Style

Musician Dawud Wharnsby melds Islamic spirituality into inspiring mainstream music. This is an artist you'll want on your iPod.

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Herbie, Fully Buddhist

Jazz great Herbie Hancock's journey into Buddhism began in 1972 with a life-altering bass solo.

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Scholar Finds American Indian Roots to Gospel Music

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Jewish Music Goes Hip

Jewish artists are making music that unabashedly embraces their religious roots without being stodgy or didactic.

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Catholic Rock Band Has Mass Appeal

Although Friday Mourning's goal is to help people grow spiritually, they're not out to modernize the Catholic Church.

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The Gregorian Chant Comeback

A recent Vatican statement calls for parishes to revive traditional music at Mass-what Rome has been saying all along.

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