My musical garage: interview with Ziya Tabassian for the 11th edition of Garage Concerts

Interview by Frédéric Cardin

For 11 years now, Montreal percussionist Ziya Tabassian has been organizing a series of concerts every summer. So far, so good, especially in Montreal. But his concerts take place in his garage! You go to 5226 Clark street, the door is open, you enter, you cross the corridor, the kitchen, the backyard and you arrive in a garage fitted out as a small stage with chairs and cushions. That’s it. Ten times a summer, you’ll meet artists from all horizons, from Persian music to medieval classical, from China to klezmer, from Mongolia to the Mandinka Empire, all free of charge (but voluntary donations are suggested). I spoke to Ziya Tabassian about the 2025 program. 

DETAILS OF THE GARAGE CONCERTS 2025 SERIES HERE

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