At Crossroads: A cross-cultural musical dialogue

Name: At Crossroads: A cross-cultural musical dialogue
Start: 2024-11-08T19:00:00-06:00
Location: Madden Theatre

Schedule

Fri Nov 08 2024 at 07:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Madden Theatre | Naperville, IL

This program is free on a first come first serve basis. Seating is open.
Sponsors have reserved seatings.
Link to registration: https://www.eventcombo.com/e/at-crossroads-qawwali--gospel-72699
About:
In collaboration with North Central College and The City of Naperville's SECA fund, Mandala South Asian Performing Arts presents musician Sonny with Riyaaz Qawwali and Seaux Chill. At Crossroads builds bridges between ethnic and faith-based communities.
Drawing on the complex history of cultural exchange between South Asian and Black communities, the artists are collaborating on improvised music that highlights parallels between the two genres while celebrating their distinct historic roots, bridging communities and cultures.

This performance expands upon a previous music composition, which was the culmination of workshops and conversations that invited community members to make connections across their unique linguistic, musical, and faith traditions. Participants explored the complexities and inherited histories of Chicago’s cultural and neighborhood relationships throughout the project, creating opportunities for learning, reconciliation, and solidarity across different immigrant and diasporic backgrounds.
We would like to thank all of our incredible sponsors—Platinum, Silver, and Bronze—and our donors. Special thanks to Dr. Jelena Sanchez, Sabra Darugar, Roger Chawla, the Verma Family, and NuMark Credit Union for your generous support.