Greek trio @ Tranzac (Ariane Morin's Monthly Residency Concert # 4)
Schedule
Thu, 08 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Tranzac Club | Toronto, ON
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On January 8th, an evening of Greek music, recreating the intimate vibe of the tavernas of Greece will take place at the Tranzac in the Annex. This special night brings together a trio featuring Dimitra Kahrimanidis on voice and laouto, Ariane Morin on saxophone & Naghmeh Farahmand on percussions.Dimitra Kahrimanidis is a singer, ethnomusicologist, and recent participant on The Voice Greece. Known for her versatility and strong roots in traditional Greek repertoire, Dimitra is a familiar presence within Greek communities across the GTA.
On saxophone, Ariane Morin draws on her ongoing research and studies in Greek and Turkish music in Thessaloniki and Istanbul, alongside a strong background in Balkan music.
Naghmeh Farahmand is is an Iranian percussionist from a musical family, trained in Persian classical traditions. Based in Toronto, she is an active performer and teacher, active across a wide range of ensembles and collaborations.
The repertoire draws from Northern-Greece, Thrace, Asia Minor, and beyond — music meant for folk dancing, celebrations, and also for quieter moments of song shared around the table.
Southern Cross Room - PWYC
Tranzac, 292 Brunswick avenue (Annex)
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Each 2nd Thursday of the month, Montrealer saxophonist Ariane Morin aims to create a space for new collaborations in Balkan, Greek, and Turkish music with musicians from the local Toronto diaspora scene. Each month features a different formation or focus—whether a dance-inspired Balkan brass night, an intimate café-aman style Greek set, and other possibilities—all showcasing the saxophone’s expressive capacity across varied contexts within Balkan and modal traditions.�
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Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Ave.,Toronto, Ontario, CanadaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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