Presented by Small World Music and Constantinople

Join us for a vibrant evening of discovery as the ensemble Constantinople and charango virtuoso Federico Tarazona explore the rich musical memory of Peru.

About the Artists:
Founded in 2001, Constantinople explores early and traditional music through a lively and inventive approach. The ensemble blends historical repertoire, world traditions, and improvisation, creating performances that transcend cultural boundaries. Renowned for international tours and acclaimed recordings, Constantinople collaborates with musicians from diverse backgrounds to reveal the richness and vitality of both ancient and contemporary music.

Renowned for his expressive artistry and exceptional technique, Federico Tarazona is recognized as one of the world’s foremost Andean charango virtuosos and a leading contemporary Peruvian composer. Trained in Peru, Russia, Germany, France, and Canada, he masterfully bridges classical and folkloric traditions. Performing worldwide with major orchestras, he also composes orchestral, chamber, and electro-acoustic works that blend Andean instruments and contemporary sounds.

Doors open at 7:00 PM

The 2026 Small World Music Series is sponsored by TD Bank Group through the TD Ready Commitment and funded by the Government of Canada, Canada Council for the Arts, Ontario Arts Council, and the City of Toronto through the Toronto Arts Council.