Presented by Small World Music Join us for a special evening rooted in the rich tradition of Iranian classical music. Drawing from the Radif, the foundational repertoire of Persian music, the performance follows the traditional Saz o Avaz form – initiating a dialogue between instrumental improvisation and vocal expression. Audiences will experience a seamless blend […]
Presented by Small World Music In partnership with and Lula Music and Arts Centre Join us for an evening of jazz exploration, into a world with no musical boundaries. House of Waters is a trio that incorporates elements of West-African, jazz, psychedelic, indie rock, classical and world music into their astonishingly unique […]
Presented by Small World Music This rare and intimate gathering offers a window into the inner world of Alim Qasimov, one of the most revered vocalists of our time and a living master of mugham—Azerbaijan’s centuries-old tradition of improvised, emotionally rich vocal music. Qasimov reflects on what happens when singing becomes prayer, when sound becomes […]
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Presented by Small World Music From our Incubator Program to Centre Stage! Join us for a double-bill performance as farisa and Saffron Tea combine their fresh sounds and new artistic perspectives to grace the city’s music scene. About the artists: farisa farisa is the new pop project of isa farah @cello.kabob, a heart-forward cellist […]
Presented by Small World Music Join us for a special evening rooted in the rich tradition of Iranian classical music. Drawing from the Radif, the foundational repertoire of Persian music, the performance follows the traditional Saz o Avaz form – initiating a dialogue between instrumental improvisation and vocal expression. Audiences will experience a […]
Presented by Small World Music From our Incubator Program to Centre Stage! Join us for a double-bill performance as Chinyi C and Zamira Lacosta combine their fresh sounds and new artistic perspectives to grace the city’s music scene. About the Artists: Chinyi C About the Artists: Chinyi C With a voice like a clear blue […]
Presented by Small World Music Experience a powerful musical evening that brings the voices of Iranian women to life. Led by Iranian-American composer and santoor player Ehsan Matoori, this moving performance features the captivating vocals of Maliheh Moradi and Mina Deris, alongside Grammy-winning bassist Edward Perez As a part of ISHQ Festival, this evening […]
Presented by Small World Music, Aga Khan Museum and The Raga Fellowship Foundation In partnership with Raag Mala Toronto ISHQ Festival invites you to an evening of rare virtuosity and timeless expression—an immersive double bill featuring three of India’s most revered classical artists. Pandit Budhaditya Mukherjee, one of the greatest living exponents of the […]
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Presented by Small World Music In partnership with The Creative School Chrysalis ISHQ Festival presents a rare and transformative experience: Mahabbat (محبّت)—a groundbreaking collaboration between Alim Qasimov, the legendary voice of Azerbaijani Mugham, and Sashar Zarif, internationally acclaimed choreographer and dance innovator. In this first-of-its-kind production, centuries-old musical tradition meets embodied storytelling. Through Qasimov’s […]
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Presented by Small World Music From our Incubator Program to Centre Stage! Join us for a double-bill performance as Lady Ruby and Anddre Mafra combine their fresh sounds and new artistic perspectives to grace the city’s music scene. Anddre Mafra Through a deeply personal and introspective performance, Anddre Mafra takes you on a journey […]