Issa Boulos & Oxford Maqam
Classical Music | Faculty of Music, University of Oxford
Oxford welcomes the return of renowned Palestinian composer and vocalist, Issa Boulos for a recital of classical Middle Eastern music ranging from Muwashshahat to more recent compositions. The concert will feature local ensemble Oxford Maqam alongside Issa Boulos together with students of the Faculty of Music in the Middle East Music Ensemble. The following day will feature talks, workshops and discussions with Boulos around the Faculty of Music and St John's College. More details on www.music.ox.ac.uk
Boulos has made a name for himself in his current home, Chicago, as an interpreter and animator of the classical Arab tradition, in which he composes and records extensively. He has performed all over the United States and the Middle East.
Running Time: 2 hrs
Prices: £12 (£8)
Box office 01865 305305
Monday 1/3 20:00
Holywell Music Room ,
Holywell Street,
Oxford OX1 3BN
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