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Songs from the East

November 11, 2024 - 7:30pm

The Annex, Vancouver

Duration: 40 min

This event features a captivating 15-minute opening performance by Grace Zakko

Oud and Vocals: Ibrahim Saker

Guitar: Nazeer Salameh

Percussion: Curtis Andrews

Description

Bero, Nazeer, and Curtis combine genres with a Middle Eastern influence on present songs from various origins, showcasing a rich tapestry of musical traditions. Nazeer brings his Spanish/Arabic flamenco touch to the guitar, Curtis incorporates Indian and African rhythms on percussion, and Bero enchants with his Middle Eastern jazzy vocals and Oud playing. Together, they perform Turkish, Spanish, and Arabic pieces. They aim to captivate audiences with their innovative blend of sounds, inviting listeners to experience the beauty and diversity of Middle Eastern music firsthand.

In the spirit of storytelling, we pause to honour this land's ancient and contemporary narratives. We stand upon the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

Just as we celebrate the diverse voices of immigrant and refugee artists, we recognize the First Peoples who have woven this place's first and enduring tales. Their stories are a testament to resilience, creativity, and the power of community. As we come together from many corners of the world, may we always remember, respect, and learn from this land's stories.

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