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SUMMARY:Moneka Arabic Jazz with opening act Gord Grdina
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 18th\, 2024\nShow: 7:30 pm\nDoors: 6:30 pm\nVenue: The Hollywood Theatre\, 3123 W Broadway\, Vancouver\, BC\nGet your tickets in advance: $30 (plus taxes & fees) \n \nExperience the transcendence of Ahmed Moneka‘s rich life and artistic voyage from Baghdad to Toronto. This rich musical endeavor blends traditional Iraqi melodies with vibrant African rhythms inherited from the Moneka Family. Jazz and blues serve as the perfect canvas to unite Ahmed’s Afro-Arabic roots with the talents of Toronto musicians\, creating a harmonious fusion of tradition and innovation. \nDrawing inspiration from ancient Iraqi stories and contemporary realities\, Ahmed crafts soul-stirring\, dance-inducing compositions that resonate locally and internationally. Ahmed’s life story unfolds as he bears witness to the enduring spirit of humanity\, igniting conversations about heritage\, resilience\, and the universal quest for freedom. \nMoneka Arabic Jazz is: \nAhmed Moneka – vocals \nWaleed Abdulhamid (Sudan) – bass guitar\, vocals\nDemetri Petsalakis – guitar\, oud\nMajd Sukar (Syria) – clarinet  \nSelcuk Suna (Turkey) – sax\nMax Senitt – drum kit \nWith an opening solo set by Juno award winning Oud / Guitarist\, Gordon Grdina. \n \nThis is the ensemble’s premier concert in Vancouver – you won’t want to miss out. Book your tickets NOW! \nShare this:FacebookTwitterPocket
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LOCATION:The Hollywood Theatre\, 3123 W Broadway\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6K 2H2\, Canada
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