World Music: Past

Pakistani ensemble return with riveting interpretations of qawwali, the ecstatic improvisational Sufi vocal tradition.

World-renowned sitarist pushes boundaries and preserves tradition in a special performance with his son.

Argentine dancer, choreographer, and master teacher brings to life the passion, soul and beauty of tango.

Palestinian singer performs songs from 20th-century classical Arab repertoire spanning Egypt, Lebanon and Syria.

Leading flamenco vocalist makes his NY debut exploring the passion, sorrow, and intensity that only true duende can evoke.

Korean experimental improviser/composer with Peruvian robotics-maker Efraín Rozas using custom-built electronic instruments.

Contemporary East presents Lesley Mok and Yuko Fujiyama for a series of Eastern improvisational music.

Contemporary East presents DoYeon Kim and Leo Chang for a series of Eastern improvisational music.

A rare NY appearance of two of Iran’s most renowned musicians performing ecstatic Kurdish music from western Iran.

Formed in 2022 to accompany Little Amal Walks to Snug Harbor Cultural Center in Staten Island, the quartet celebrates their new album.