Dhadi Vaaran
ਢਾਡੀ ਵਾਰਾਂ
The history and sacrifices of the Sikh Gurus, Shaheeds, warriors and historical personalities, presented through traditional Dhadi singing and explanatory discourse.
ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਕਾ ਖਾਲਸਾ ॥ ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਕੀ ਫਤਿਹ ॥
Sukhpreet Singh Khalsa Dhadi Jatha ਸੁਖਪ੍ਰੀਤ ਸਿੰਘ ਖਾਲਸਾ ਢਾਡੀ ਜੱਥਾ
A Sikh Dhadi Jatha dedicated to the propagation of Gurbani, Sikh history and the teachings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji — serving Sangats in Canada and around the world since 2004.
Serving since
2004
About the Jatha
Carrying Sikh history in song
ਸੁਖਪ੍ਰੀਤ ਸਿੰਘ ਖਾਲਸਾ ਢਾਡੀ ਜੱਥਾ
Sukhpreet Singh Khalsa Dhadi Jatha Canada is a Sikh religious Dhadi Jatha dedicated to the propagation and promotion of Sikhism and the teachings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. Across the Sikh community worldwide the Jatha is known as Sukhpreet Singh Khalsa Dhadi Jatha Sabhrawan Wale.
All members have received Santhia of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji — the traditional instruction in correct reading and pronunciation of Gurbani — along with formal musical education and training.
- Connecting the Sangat with the teachings of Gurbani
- Presenting Sikh history and the sacrifices of the Shaheeds through Dhadi Vaaran
- Conducting ceremonies in accordance with Sikh Rehat Maryada
- Promoting peace, harmony, brotherhood and mutual respect
20+
Years of Sewa
12+
Countries Served
1000+
Programs Performed
2004
Serving Since
Our Sewa
What the Jatha provides
Religious services at Gurdwara Sahibs, at the homes of Sangat members upon invitation, and at religious and community events.
Gurbani Kirtan
ਗੁਰਬਾਣੀ ਕੀਰਤਨ
Gurbani Kirtan performed at Gurdwara Sahibs, at the homes of Sangat members and at religious and community events.
Gurbani Santhia
ਗੁਰਬਾਣੀ ਸੰਥਿਆ
Teaching the correct reading and pronunciation of Gurbani, and helping individuals recite Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji with accuracy.
Religious Ceremonies
ਧਾਰਮਿਕ ਰਸਮਾਂ
Ceremonies conducted in accordance with Sikh traditions and Rehat Maryada — birth-related ceremonies, Anand Karaj and final rites.
Prakash & Sukh Asan Sewa
ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ ਤੇ ਸੁਖ ਆਸਨ ਸੇਵਾ
Assisting with the Prakash Sewa of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji during Amrit Vela, performing Sukh Asan Sewa, and taking and sharing the Hukamnama.
Sikh History Parchar
ਸਿੱਖ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ ਪ੍ਰਚਾਰ
Educating the Sangat about the lives, teachings and Gurmat principles of the Ten Sikh Gurus during Gurpurabs and commemorative events.
Next Generation
Gurbani & Sikhi Parchar Among Children and Youth
ਢਾਡੀ ਜੱਥਾ ਛੋਟੇ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਅਤੇ ਨੌਜੁਆਨਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਗੁਰਬਾਣੀ ਤੇ ਸਿੱਖੀ ਦਾ ਪ੍ਰਚਾਰ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੋਇਆ
Connecting the next generation with Gurbani, Sikh history and the traditional art of Dhadi Vaaran. The Jatha teaches children and youth the Dhad and Sarangi, correct Gurbani pronunciation through Santhia, and the values of Gurmat — so that this heritage lives on in the generations to come.
- Teaching the Dhad and Sarangi to children and youth
- Gurbani Santhia and correct pronunciation
- Sikh history and Gurmat principles for young minds
ਢਾਡੀ ਵਾਰ ਸਿਰਫ਼ ਇੱਕ ਗੀਤ ਨਹੀਂ — ਇਹ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ ਦੀ ਆਵਾਜ਼ ਹੈ।
A Dhadi Vaar is not merely a song — it is the voice of history.
The Dhadi Tradition
Watch
Dhadi Vaaran & programs
Performances, Sikh historical presentations and religious programs shared with Sangats around the world.
Dhadi Vaaran — Live Program
ਢਾਡੀ ਵਾਰਾਂ — ਲਾਈਵ ਪ੍ਰੋਗਰਾਮ
A live Dhadi Vaar presentation by Sukhpreet Singh Khalsa Dhadi Jatha, recounting Sikh history through…
Dhadi Vaaran
Jatha Program Clip
ਜੱਥੇ ਦੇ ਪ੍ਰੋਗਰਾਮ ਦੀ ਝਲਕ
A short clip from one of the Jatha's programs.
Live Programs
Jatha Program Clip II
ਜੱਥੇ ਦੇ ਪ੍ਰੋਗਰਾਮ ਦੀ ਝਲਕ — ੨
A short clip from one of the Jatha's programs.
Live Programs
Upcoming
Where to join the Sangat
ਆਉਣ ਵਾਲੇ ਸਮਾਗਮ
09
Oct
2026
Gurpurab Samagam
Gurpurab Samagam — Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji
ਗੁਰਪੁਰਬ ਸਮਾਗਮ
26
Oct
2026
Dhadi Darbar
Dhadi Vaaran Darbar
ਢਾਡੀ ਵਾਰਾਂ ਦਰਬਾਰ
09
Nov
2026
Youth Program
Khalsa Gurmat Academy — Youth Session
ਖਾਲਸਾ ਗੁਰਮਤਿ ਅਕੈਡਮੀ
Worldwide
Serving Sangats across the world
Since 2004 the members of the Jatha have travelled to serve Sikh communities in India and abroad.
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Canada
ਕੈਨੇਡਾ
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India
ਭਾਰਤ
🇬🇧
England
ਇੰਗਲੈਂਡ
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Australia
ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਆ
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New Zealand
ਨਿਊਜ਼ੀਲੈਂਡ
🇲🇾
Malaysia
ਮਲੇਸ਼ੀਆ
🇹🇭
Thailand
ਥਾਈਲੈਂਡ
🇭🇰
Hong Kong
ਹਾਂਗ ਕਾਂਗ
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United Arab Emirates
ਯੂ.ਏ.ਈ.
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Greece
ਗ੍ਰੀਸ
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Portugal
ਪੁਰਤਗਾਲ
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Spain
ਸਪੇਨ
Sangat
What organisers say
“The Jatha presented Sikh history with clarity and devotion. The Sangat stayed to the last line of the Vaar. We have invited them back for our Gurpurab programs.”
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Gurdwara Management Committee
Gurdwara Jot Parkash Sahib · Brampton, Canada
“Our children now ask when the next Dhad class is. Teaching the instruments alongside Gurbani has connected them to Sikhi in a way lectures never did.”
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Sewadar, Youth Program
Khalsa Gurmat Academy · Toronto, Canada
“We have heard many Dhadi Jathas. The Santhia in their reading and the accuracy of the history they present sets this Jatha apart.”
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Sangat Member
Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha · Southall, England
“Professional, punctual and deeply respectful of Maryada throughout. The Ardas and the Vaaran left a lasting impression on our Sangat.”
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Programme Organiser
Sikh Community Association · Melbourne, Australia
Journal
From the Jatha
Writing on the Dhadi tradition, Gurbani and Sikh heritage.
Sikh Heritage
What Is a Dhadi Jatha?
ਢਾਡੀ ਜੱਥਾ ਕੀ ਹੈ?
The Dhadi tradition carries Sikh history in song. This is what a Dhadi Jatha is, what it plays, and why it has mattered…
14 Sep 2026
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Sikh Music
The Dhad and the Sarangi
ਢੱਡ ਅਤੇ ਸਾਰੰਗੀ
Two instruments carry the whole Dhadi tradition. Here is what each one does, and why the combination works.
27 Aug 2026
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Gurbani
Santhia: Reading Gurbani Correctly
ਸੰਥਿਆ: ਗੁਰਬਾਣੀ ਦਾ ਸ਼ੁੱਧ ਪਾਠ
Santhia is the traditional instruction in correct reading and pronunciation of Gurbani — and it is one of the services…
09 Aug 2026
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Invite the Jatha
Bring Dhadi Vaaran to your Sangat
The Jatha performs at Gurdwara programs, Gurpurabs, Nagar Kirtans, Shaheedi Samagams, Anand Karaj, and community events across Canada and worldwide.