Folks will have the chance to be onstage immersed in world of mesmerizing melodies and enchanting rhythms when an evening of Persian music comes to Chilliwack.
The Amir Amiri Ensemble performs Whispers of Persia, a concert of evocative sounds of traditional instruments, at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on Feb. 6.
The audience will be seated cabaret-style right on the HUB International stage alongside the musicians. It's an intimate setting the cultural centre calls 'Behind the Curtain.'
Accompanied by a talented ensemble, who have earned the number three spot in the Top 10 Worldbeat/International Albums, Amiri transforms the santur (a traditional Persian hammered dulcimer) into a bridge between cultural heritage and modern innovation. Joined by Abdul-Wahab Kayyali (oud), Reza Abaee (ghaychak), Omar Abu Afech (Viola), and Hamin Honari (percussion), they embark together on a musical adventure that delves into the rich tapestry of Persian traditional, folkloric, and dastgahi music of Iran.
Amiri’s ability to connect with his audience, coupled with the Behind the Curtain setting, will make for a unique concert.
Whispers of Persia is at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $32, with Patron Program discounts available, and can be purchased at the Centre Box Office, online at chilliwackculturalcentre.ca, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469).
