Cultural Affairs presents
Zelzeleh (CA)
Tuesday, November 11
Conway Hall 318, TV Studio, 7:30 p.m.
Join us as The Lab Series explores Islamic Mysticism in Art and Music. Zelzeleh is Iranian vocalist Kamyar Arsani (Faraway Ghost) and Indian-born percussionist/producer Ravish Momin (Sunken Cages.) Their collaboration combines lyrics inspired by Persian poetry with street rhythms from Mumbai, India, layered over intricate electronic soundscapes. Arsani’s mastery of Persian classical modes (dastgahs) and his evocative vocals merge seamlessly with Momin’s polyrhythmic live-looping and electronic drumming. Together, they create a unique sound described as “Digital Sufi Music.”
Free admission; tickets are required.