317 Main Presents: Jawahir Arabic Music Ensemble

Jawahir Arabic Music Ensemble

Jawahir Arabic Music Ensemble performs classical and popular Arabic and Ottoman music of the 17thto the 21st centuries. The group features Maria Wagner on nay, Duncan Hardy on qanun, Madeleine Hannaon voice and oud, and Dorothy Barker on riqq, darbuka and duff. Jawahir means ‘jewels’ in Arabic and the group endeavors to uncover and share some of the rich variety of musical traditions from the Middle East, both past and present.

This evening’s concert will offer a broad selection of Arabic instrumental and vocal music ranging from classical melodies to contemporary popular songs. The first half will feature both Turkish and Arabic instrumental works and several Muwashshahat or songs from the Arab-Andalusian tradition. The second half of the program will highlight pieces by 20th century Egyptian composers Mohammed ‘Abd al Wahab and Sayyed Darwish and also include songs written by composers Philimone Wehbe and the Rahbani Brothers for the great Lebanese singer Fairuz.

Host or Publisher 317 Main Community Music Center