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NOROOZ! 2006 -- An Intercultural Celebration of the Iranian New Year
Seattle-based Iranian music ensemble, Kamand, joins hands with Latin-American ensemble, Sin Fronteras, and guest artists to celebrate NOROOZ, the Iranian New Year and first day of Spring.
In Iran, Norooz is celebrated by cleaning the home, gathering with family and friends, making peace in relationships, and starting fresh with music and dancing.
Please join us for this special evening in honor of our human connections and the joy of spring renewal. Sponsored by La Casa de Artes.
Guest artists:
Christos Govetas, Zorna
Helene Eriksen, Iranian Folk Dance
Naida & Julio, Venezuelan dance
Violeta Parra Group, Chilean folk dance
Raqs Kordi, Kurdish dance
Guest Hosts:
Iraj Khademi and Jamal Rahman
* A portion of NOROOZ! 2006 proceeds will be donated to
needy Seattle school music programs.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
Kamand is Seattle's only traditional Iranian music ensemble. Their repertoire ranges from regional folk music to classical compositions. Since 2003, Kamand has been invited to contribute their music to diverse community events, including the Northwest Folklife Festival, the Portland Iranian Festival, numerous benefits, and the Folklife in the Schools K-12 educational program. Kamand dedicates every performance to increasing multicultural awareness and building relationships of respect and appreciation within the community.
Sin Fronteras, "without borders," is a six-member, Seattle-based ensemble that interprets songs from across Central & South America and the Caribbean. They draw heavily from the Nueva Cancion movement with a fusion of Andean instrumentation, vocal harmony, Chilean and Argentinean composers, and Middle Eastern percussion. They are committed to unity among all peoples of the Americas and beyond.
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LocationTown Hall Seattle
1119 8th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101
United States
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