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Presented by Tarab Ensemble
In Other Words...
Experience Arabic music at its best.
Like a gust of warm summer breeze, In Other Words offers a unique and transporting musical experience that defies cultural boundaries.
For one night only, this ensemble—deeply rooted in the classical Arabic music tradition—is breaking new ground. Collaborating with the Victorian Trade Union Choir and a number of innovative Australian songwriters and musicians to create a previously unimagined, uniquely place-based vocal and musical experience.
Don't miss this rare opportunity to witness an extraordinary fusion of musical heritage, vocal ingenuity, and cultural creativity.
Dates & Times
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Duration: 2 hours (no interval). Please note, running times are approximate and subject to change.
Tickets
Premium $90 ($73 Concession)
A reserve $70 ($58 Concession)
B reserve $63 ($52 Concession)
C reserve $58 ($38 Concession)
Group 10+
Premium $80
A reserve $63
B reserve $58
C reserve $50
Refugees
Premium $60
A reserve $45
B reserve $40
C reserve $35
Student & Children
Premium—B reserve $35
C reserve $30
A Transaction Fee between $4 and $8.50 applies to orders made online and by phone. Delivery Fees may also apply. A ticket limit of six is in place online to ensure fair ticket access for all. Want to bring a bigger party? Call our Box Office during business hours on (03) 9699 3333 to book.
Artists
Dr Ali Abdullah mentor
Yousef Alreemawi organ and ensemble leader
Krikor Khaderian saxophone
Sarah McDonald flute
Michael Currie double bass
Khajak Khachigian guitar
Nasser Ammar percussion
Bassam Muneer oud
Chiharu Hotta nay
Basma multi-percussionist
Tarab Ensemble was founded by Palestinian-Australian musician Yousef Alreemawi in 2019, and draws inspiration for its name from the alluring Arabic concept of Tarab, which evokes the joy or even ecstasy derived from listening to great music! Tarab Ensemble since its inception, and under the mentorship of Dr. Ali Abdullah, has evolved to become Australia’s leading group in the genre of classical Arabic music.
Guests
Victorian Trade Union Choir
The choir is celebrating its 30th year, after forming in Melbourne in 1990 as part of a revival of trade union choirs throughout Australia. We are union members who see the choir as belonging to the union movement, providing a musical voice to its message. We sing in acapella style—able to perform anywhere the voice of protest needs to be heard—in Melbourne, Victoria and beyond!
Salih Resitoglou Turkish qanun
Liam O'Connell musician and songwriter
Accessibility
Wheelchair access
Assistance Animals Welcome
Melbourne Recital Centre
31 Sturt St Southbank 3006
