Oxford Maqam - EFG London Jazz Festival 2026

Internationally acclaimed traditional Arabic Takht ensemble join us at Grand Junction for an evening of Egyptian music
About this Event

+ Support from Syrian singer Rama Alcoutlabi
Join the internationally acclaimed traditional Arabic Takht ensemble for an evening of Egyptian music from the 19th and 20th centuries in a special concert for the EFG London Jazz Festival 2026

Described as “revolutionary” by Songlines for their debut album The Wax Cylinder Recordings, Oxford Maqam are renowned innovators of classical Arabic music, having sold out venues both at home and internationally. This concert offers a rare opportunity to experience live renditions of music steeped in Arab heritage in a spectacularly ornate setting.

The evening is presented by and Grand Junction for EFG London Jazz Festival 2026

Part of Grand Junction’s Right Here, Right Now programme, supported by the DCMS and Arts Council England (Supporting Grassroots Music fund).