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Nazih Borish is a virtuoso of the oud, the Arab string instrument that is the precursor of European lutes, and a renowned musician in the world of oriental music. Born in Syria, he was trained from a young age in the rich Arab musical tradition.

His exceptional technique and unique interpretation of the oud have earned him international recognition. He blends tradition and innovation while respecting the essence of classical Arab music. His captivating performances combine subtle improvisations and refined compositions.

Nazih Borish is also an accomplished composer, creating works that explore new dimensions of the oud while staying true to its roots.
Through his expressive playing and mastery of the classical Arab repertoire, he is one of the most influential ambassadors of contemporary Arab music, connecting it with other musical traditions worldwide.

Immerse yourself in the vast Mongolian steppes with Nasanjargal Ganbold and Johanni Curtet.

In Mongolia, traditional music is deeply rooted in the natural environment and the nomadic way of life. At the heart of this sound ecology, Mongols engage in a dialogue with nature through their instruments and voices, blending praises with the art of throat singing.

Born in the Altai Mountains, the cradle of khöömii in western Mongolia, Nasanjargal Ganbold is a virtuoso of this unique vocal tradition. He also mastered traditional instruments such as the morin khuur (horsehead fiddle) and the tovshuur (lute). Alongside him, Johanni Curtet, a French ethnomusicologist and throat-singing specialist, brings depth to this musical journey.

Their collaboration gives rise to a concert where natural sounds, contemporary poetry, and improvisation intertwine, offering a profound immersion into the soul of Mongolian culture.

Recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2010, khöömii embodies the very essence of Mongolian musical tradition.

Artists

Nasanjargal Ganbold: khöömii, throat-singing, morin khuur fiddle, tovshuur lute, bishguur (oboe), mouth harp

Johanni Curtet: khöömii, throat-singing, dombra lute, guitar, mouth harp Presented by the Centre des musiciens du monde and Traquen’Art

In their musical encounter, musicians Ran Wang (guzheng) and Annette Bauer (sarode, recorders, duduk, xun) cross the Silk Road from east to west. Their journey invites the audience to follow a geographical route from China to Italy via India, weaving links between different historical periods as they present music from the ancient Han dynasty (200 BC – 9 AD) to music from the nascent European Renaissance in early 15th-century Italy.

Annette Bauer (sarode, recorders, duduk, tabor)

Ran Wang (guzheng)

Klapa (or klapsko pjevanje) is a multi-part singing tradition from the southern Croatian regions of Dalmatia. Sung in several voices, homophonic and a capella, the term klapa means ‘group of people’. With its rich blend of harmonies, klapa songs celebrate love, wine, homeland and the sea. Since 2012, this traditionally male genre has been included on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Sava is a female vocal ensemble performing polyphonic a cappella music from the Balkans. With Sarah Albu, Antonia Branković, Dina Cindrić and Sara Rousseau.

Come listen to traditional Rwandan songs and well-known Maritime artists at the String Constellation concert. Inspired by 17^th century musical traditions, voices and instruments create an original tapestry of sound. The result is an astonishing constellation of unique pieces, with Kerry Bursey’s lute and Reza Abaee’s gheychak adding a Baroque and Persian dimension to the Scottish and Irish melodies from the traditional Maritime repertoire.

Deo Munyakszi, vocals, inanga; Janelle Lucyk, vocals, violin; Kerry Bursey, lute, theorbo; Reza Abaee, gheychak

Federico Tarazona is a Peruvian musician and composer recognized for his virtuosity on the charango, a small traditional guitar from the Andes.

His playing skillfully blends traditional Andean rhythms and sounds with contemporary influences. Federico has modernized the charango while preserving its unique character and deep cultural roots. He uses the instrument to create new sound textures, between improvisation and original compositions.

In addition to his career as a performer, he is a strong advocate for indigenous music and the cultural richness of the Andes. His work has been widely praised on the international stage, and he is considered one of the ambassadors of modern Andean music.

Federico Tarazona continues to share the beauty and complexity of the charango through concerts and international collaborations. This concert will be a unique opportunity to hear him perform solo.