Presented by Small World Music and Aga Khan Museum

Persian Alchemy is a Toronto-based ensemble rooted in Persian maqam tradition, yet its approach is deeply improvisational. The group blends classical Persian modal structures with Indian rhythmic cycles and experimental textures. Each performance becomes a spontaneous narrative, shaped by the distinct musical colours and energies each member brings to the moment. Through this alchemical fusion, Persian Alchemy offers audiences a transcendent journey where ancient traditions meet present-tense creativity.