Spring Awakenings

Schedule

Sat Mar 28 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

First Congregational Church of Berkeley | Berkeley, CA

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Get ready to be serenaded by the sounds of spring at the First Congregational Church of Berkeley with Spring Awakenings!
About this Event

Join Us for Spring Awakenings!
A celebration of Nowruz through music

Join the Payvand Vocal Ensemble on March 28th for an enchanting evening of music as we celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year. This special concert, titled "Spring Awakenings", explores the rich cultural heritage of the Silk Road through a vibrant selection of choral and instrumental works.

Event Highlights

Global Harmony: Experience 11 vocal pieces ranging from traditional Persian folk songs to contemporary classics, performed by our diverse community choir.

Special Collaborations: Featuring the renowned Circadian String Quartet and original works by local composers.

We invite you to witness this unique cultural bridge-building event where music connects traditions and communities. Celebrate the "Delightful Spring" with us in the historic and beautiful setting of the First Church.

About Payvand Vocal Ensemble: Established in 2024 and led by Music Director Amin Assadi, PVE is a non-profit community group dedicated to connecting cultures through the universal language of song.

Featured Artist

We are honored to collaborate with Sahba Aminikia, a local and internationally recognized composer. Sahba will be joining us not only as a featured composer but also performing on piano and percussion.

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Where is it happening?

First Congregational Church of Berkeley, 2345 Channing Way, Berkeley, United States

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Tickets

USD 20.00 to USD 40.00

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