Concerts & Events
Wednesday, June 16, 2010 | 9:30 PM
Gary and Laura Maurer Concert Hall :: 4544 N Lincoln Ave.
Orchestre Chabab Al Andalous
Free ticketed event. $5 suggested donation.
BOX OFFICE: 773.728.6000 for reservations
The Old Town School of Folk Music, in collaboration with the Chicago Arabesque and IMAN (Inner City Muslim Action Network), present Orchestre Chabab Al Andalous from Rabat, Morocco. This large ensemble has toured the world, performing the musical repertoire of Andalucia during the period of the Moorish empire in Spain, which has been preserved in Morocco for more than 500 yeard.
Special Moroccan guest artist, Brahim Fribgane from IMAN's Takin' It To The Streets" Festival will open the show.
Orchestre Chabab Al Andalous on MySpace
Born and raised in Morocco, Brahim Fribgane brings to his music the rich and varied musical styles he grew up with - North African, Gnawa, Berber, Arabic and Andulusian music. His oud style ranges from the clear, "singable" melodies of folkloric Berber songs to beautifully complex and soulful Arabic music, to the fusion of jazz, samba, reggae or Indian music. When Brahim picks up any of the numerous percussion instruments he favors, it's tough to sit still. And his singing voice is straightforward and honest... Brahim sings his songs, and you get the message. A remarkably creative and diverse musician, Brahim's music reflects his openness and appreciation of all cultures and their music.
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