IDENTITY-DIALOGUE / CONCERT WITH BASEL SINFONIETTA /TITUS ENGEL

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https://www.baselsinfonietta.ch/en/concerts/identity-dialogue

Is there such thing as a «Leitkultur», or guiding culture? A glance to the southeast reveals that intercultural exchange sharpens identities and leads to cultural blossoming. This is exemplified by the rich cultural area stretching from the Mediterranean to the Middle East.

The concert program draws on this, using the example of Jewish and Persian voices. Tehran continues to be home to a large Jewish community, which is reflected in Amen Feizabadi's work. In his new work, the multidisciplinary composer underscores the parallels between Persian, Arabic and Jewish music – utilizing contemporary means. The image of an «untamed river» serves as a source of inspiration, fostering connections between cultural spaces while simultaneously unveiling its own pristine identity. Golfam Khayam also draws inspiration from the rich tapestry of her native Persia's diverse traditions. The artist cultivates her own identity through the synthesis of Persian tradition and contemporary music, which…