The Middle East Music Ensemble Calendar of Events
The Turkish Concert
Start Date:
2019-11-23T19:00:00CST
Event Description:
Persian Concert
Start Date:
2020-02-29T15:00:00CST
Event Description:
Persian Concert (2nd show)
Start Date:
2020-02-29T19:00:00CST
Event Description:
BACK IN PERSON - Turkish Concert
Start Date:
2021-11-18T20:00:00CST
Event Description:
Transcending Borders: An Evening of Arabic and Persian Music
Start Date:
2022-05-29T15:00:00CDT
Event Description:
Turkish Concert
Start Date:
2023-01-08T17:00:00CST
Event Description:
Directed by Wanees Zarour, The Middle East Music Ensemble will perform a concert of Turkish classical and folk music in new orchestral arrangements, featuring University of Chicago's Women's Ensemble, directed by Mollie Stone.
Persian Concert
Start Date:
2023-02-26T15:00:00CST
Event Description:
Persian Concert #2
Start Date:
2023-02-26T17:00:00CST
Event Description:
25th Anniversary Arabic Concert
Start Date:
2023-05-20T19:00:00CDT
Event Description:
This Arabic Concert marks the end of our TWENTY FIFTH season! Our set this year will be focusing on the Arabic vocal aesthetic, with an emphasis on compositions rich in the exploration of maqam. Come and bring your family and friends — May 20 at 7 pm.
Our show is taking place in conjunction with an exhibit and lecture by renowned calligrapher Nihad Dukhan. His work will be displayed at the Reva and David Center for the Arts until May 31. He will also be presenting a lecture on May 21 at The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures.
We hope you join us for all of these events and exhibits!
Our show is taking place in conjunction with an exhibit and lecture by renowned calligrapher Nihad Dukhan. His work will be displayed at the Reva and David Center for the Arts until May 31. He will also be presenting a lecture on May 21 at The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures.
We hope you join us for all of these events and exhibits!
Turkish Concert
Start Date:
2023-12-03T17:00:00CST
Event Description:
Free Admission, suggested donation of $10 accepted at the door.
My Event
Start Date:
2023-10-04T12:07:35CDT
Event Description:
Follow The Music Concert
Start Date:
2025-03-02T16:00:00CST
Event Description:
OVERFLOW
Start Date:
2025-05-24 07:00:00
Event Description:
Songs of love and loss rooted in the Persian, Turkish and Arabic musical traditions
