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The works of composer and oud player Joseph Tawadros draw on the sources of traditional/classical Arab and Egyptian music, as well as great Western music. With the Obiora ensemble, Tawadros’ virtuoso playing and compositions are highlighted in the context of these Paysages méditerranéens, which draws inspiration from this vast cultural zone and more. A piece for guitar reconverted for string ensemble, by composer Isaac Albéniz, will be served up as an introduction to the program, which includes works by Tawadros, as well as Persian-born Karim Al-Zand. Tchaikovsky’s spirited Souvenir de Florence is also on the program for this late afternoon at the Maison symphonique. As in the two previous years of Virée Classique, the Ensemble Obiora will be conducted by Rafael Payare in this context of openness and discovery. Solo double bassist, co-founder and artistic director of the Ensemble, Brandyn Lewis helps us to better understand this very special program.
