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The Qadim Ensemble Peace Concert

The Qadim Ensemble Sacred & Folkloric Music of the Near East brings a special peace concert to Sebastopol Saturday June 10th.
Rare appearance featuring Eliyahu Sills (Jewish), Naser Musa (Christian, Palestinian), Hamid Saeidi (Iranian), Faisal Zedan (Syrian).

The Qadim Ensemble consists of musicians from Jewish, Muslim, Christian, Arabic and Persian traditions, celebrating the common musical and spiritual heritage of the regions cultures, while honoring the great diversity found within them.

Qadim is a word found in both Arabic and Hebrew meaning ancient, In both languages a variation of the word means, that which will come.

The Qadim Ensemble embodies the ability to rise above the political conflicts that plague the Middle East. Through their shared love and dedication to music, they are able to unify in their message of peace and brotherhood. Acclaimed for their passionate performances, they have attracted a growing global audience who are responding to their authentic musicianship and timely message.

Beautifully presented, the players bring superb musicianship and palpable enthusiasm to each performance. . . creating a sense of human communication with the divine. All Things Considered, NPR

Their most recent CD, Eastern Wind, received raving reviews world wide, reaching #7 on Billboards World Music charts!

The Jewish and Arabic musicians who comprise this eclectic world-music ensemble show the power of unity. The Boston Globe

Listeners are deeply moved Jewish Telegraph, London

Visionary . . . achingly beautiful . . . San Francisco Chronicle

June 10,2017
Subud Hall , 234 Hutchins Sebastopol 95472
8PM-10:30pm, doors open 7:30
$15 advance, $20 at door

Advance tickets sold April 10 - June 9th at Milk & Honey 123 Main street Sebastopol 707 824-1155