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Renowned musician Amir ElSaffar joins vocalist Hamid Al-Saadi to present the Iraqi maqam, the classical vocal tradition of Iraq.
Renowned musician Amir ElSaffar joins vocalist Hamid Al-Saadi to present the Iraqi maqam, the classical vocal tradition of Iraq. Its sophisticated melodies, infectious rhythms, and eloquent poetry are a direct reflection of Iraq’s history, geography, culture, and folklore; in them can be found the essence of all that is Iraq.
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About Amir ElSaffar
A 2018 US Artist Fellow and a recipient of the Doris Duke Performing Artist Award, ElSaffar is an expert trumpeter with a classical background; ... view more »
ADMISSION INFO
Tickets are "pay-what-you-can", with suggested pricing of $20, $15 for seniors, $5 for ages 25 and under. All seats are general admission. Tickets will be available for purchase on the Connecting Chords Music Festival website and at the door.
Phone: 269-382-2910
Website: https://www.mfsm.us/events/2021/amir-elsaffar-with-hamid-al-saadi/