Mūsīqā: An Evening of Music from the Islamicate World | Williams Chapel, Swartz Hall, Francis Avenue, Cambridge, MA, USA
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Experience the enchanting world of Islamicate music at Mūsīqā: An Evening of Music from the Islamicate World. This captivating event will take place at the prestigious Williams Chapel, located at Swartz Hall on Francis Avenue in the vibrant city of Cambridge, Massachusetts. Immerse yourself in a mesmerizing journey through the rich musical traditions of the Islamicate world, featuring extraordinary performances in Arabic, Persian, Turkish, Urdu, and various other musical styles.
Prepare to be spellbound by the exceptional talents of renowned individuals such as Masoud Ariankhoo, a distinguished PhD student in Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations, and Bahar Badietbar, an exceptional student from the esteemed Berklee College of Music. Joining them is Nicholas Boylston, an Assistant Professor of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations, and Ali Demir, a respected Research Fellow in Neurology at Harvard Medical School. Together with Mahya Hamedi, a gifted student from Berklee College of Music, Richard Wolf, an esteemed Professor of Music and South Asian Studies, and Tulaib Zafir, a dedicated PhD student in Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations, they will create an unforgettable evening of musical splendor.
The event will also feature the remarkable Noor Ensemble, showcasing the profound beauty of their musical expressions. Mūsīqā is cosponsored by the esteemed Department of Music and the esteemed Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations. Following the breathtaking performances, a delightful reception will be held in the Braun Room at Schwarz Hall from 8-9pm.
Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to be part of an exquisite celebration of music from the Islamicate world. Mark your calendars for October 12, 2023, and join us at the magnificent Williams Chapel in Cambridge. Please note that ticket sales have ended, but the memories created at Mūsīqā will last a lifetime.