World Music Series
The World Music Series presents musicians of international stature representing diverse cultures in a series of public concerts at Brandeis University. In the intimate setting of Slosberg Recital Hall, each concert invites the audience to experience the history, cultural memories - indeed, the heart and soul of a people through the autobiographical narrative of music.
Free pre concert talks before World Music Concerts at the Slosberg Music Center, 7 pm - 7:45 pm.
Tickets to the World Music Concerts at Brandeis Tickets: (781) 736-3400.
Obbini Tumbao: Afro-Cuban Rhythms
With musical roots in Spain and West Africa, Cuban music has long claimed its place on the world stage. Congas, timbales, and claves join brass, piano, and bass to meet in Cuban son. Add vocals and let Obbini Tumbaotake you on an aural cruise to the Caribbean. |
Alim and Fargana Qasimov: Spiritual Music of Azerbaijan Download Flyer of Complete Residency Events, March 4-6
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Alim Qasimov is one of the foremost mugham singers in Azerbaijan. He was awarded the prestigious International IMC-UNESCO Music Prize in 1999, one of the highest international accolades for music. His music is characterised by his vocal improvisation and represents a move away from the traditional style of mugham. His work has been influenced by, and compared to, the music of Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. Qasimov has recorded nine albums, three of which are mugham albums with his daughter, Fargana Qasimov. He has performed internationally, including concerts in: France, the United Kingdom, Germany, Belgium, Spain, Brazil, Iran and the United States. For this residency, Alim Qasimov is joined his daughter Fargana, and a 4-person ensemble that includes tar, kemanche, balaban, and percussionfor a stunning presentation of music from Central Asia. This residency is curated by ethnomusicologist Theodore Levin and produced in collaboration with the Aga Khan Music Initiative, a program of the Aga Khan Trust for Culture. |
