TALES FROM THE ORIENT
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Tales from the Orient presented by The Awakenings Ensemble & special guests
Join internationally acclaimed Awakenings Ensemble on a musical journey from Istanbul through Syria, Jordan, Egypt, Persia and beyond. This cross-cultural collaboration weaves together Turkish, Middle Eastern, and Persian traditions with modern jazz, creating an intricate soundscape that transcends borders.
Having performed at Lincoln Center NYC and prestigious venues globally, the Ensemble features Michael Pignéguy (percussion/piano), Steve Richter (vibraphone), Esfandiar Shamir (voice/ney flute), Michael Edelby (oud), with special guests Jessica Beahan (clarinets), Daniel Tsang (violin), and Joe Powell (electric bass).
"Moody, atmospheric and almost cinematic" - Katara Arts Centre Director
"Should be part of Perth Festival, it's that good" - Audience review 2024
Experience the healing power of cultural diversity through the universal language of music.
Join internationally acclaimed Awakenings Ensemble on a musical journey from Istanbul through Syria, Jordan, Egypt, Persia and beyond. This cross-cultural collaboration weaves together Turkish, Middle Eastern, and Persian traditions with modern jazz, creating an intricate soundscape that transcends borders.
Having performed at Lincoln Center NYC and prestigious venues globally, the Ensemble features Michael Pignéguy (percussion/piano), Steve Richter (vibraphone), Esfandiar Shamir (voice/ney flute), Michael Edelby (oud), with special guests Jessica Beahan (clarinets), Daniel Tsang (violin), and Joe Powell (electric bass).
"Moody, atmospheric and almost cinematic" - Katara Arts Centre Director
"Should be part of Perth Festival, it's that good" - Audience review 2024
Experience the healing power of cultural diversity through the universal language of music.