
Itinerant Music,
Myriad Encounters
Constantinople is a musical ensemble that chose the journey—geographical certainly, but also historical, cultural and inner—as its cornerstone. It draws inspiration from all sources and aims for distant horizons.
Constantinople is a musical ensemble that chose the journey—geographical certainly, but also historical, cultural and inner—as its cornerstone. It draws inspiration from all sources and aims for distant horizons.
EXCEPTIONAL MUSICIANS FROM DIVERSE WORLD TRADITIONS
Kiya Tabassian, artistic director

A virtuoso of the setar and an acclaimed composer, Kiya has developed more than 50 creations all over the world.
The Ensemble, the heart of Constantinople

The exceptional musicians who regularly collaborate with the artistic director on his creations.
International collaborators

Prestigious artists from diverse world traditions who join Constantinople to develop new works.
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By making a donation to Constantinople, you are supporting a musical project that not only inspires discovery, passion, exploration and creativity but also recognizes the importance of music in society.
AN INTERNATIONALLY RENOWNED ENSEMBLE
Along the years, Constantinople has developed 50 creations and traveled to more than 263 cities in 55 countries.
Don’t miss Constantinople in concert
september 2023
24sep19 h 00 minTRAVERSÉES19 h 00 min WhereBusan, Corée

Event Details
The musicians of Constantinople, together with Ablaye Cissoko, a griot from Saint-Louis in Senegal, have been wowing audiences around the world since 2012. Traversées is the fruit of dialogue and exemplary collaboration between two
Event Details
The musicians of Constantinople, together with Ablaye Cissoko, a griot from Saint-Louis in Senegal, have been wowing audiences around the world since 2012. Traversées is the fruit of dialogue and exemplary collaboration between two artists. The concert features original compositions by both Cissoko and Tabassian, and revisits pieces from the old Mandinkan and Persian traditions.
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On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Ablaye Cissoko, kora & voice
- Patrick Graham, percussions
Time
(Sunday) 19 h 00 min
Location
National Gukak Center
Where
Busan, Corée
Organizer
26sep19 h 30 minTRAVERSÉES19 h 30 min WhereSeoul, Corée

Event Details
The musicians of Constantinople, together with Ablaye Cissoko, a griot from Saint-Louis in Senegal, have been wowing audiences around the world since 2012. Traversées is the fruit of dialogue and exemplary collaboration between two
Event Details
The musicians of Constantinople, together with Ablaye Cissoko, a griot from Saint-Louis in Senegal, have been wowing audiences around the world since 2012. Traversées is the fruit of dialogue and exemplary collaboration between two artists. The concert features original compositions by both Cissoko and Tabassian, and revisits pieces from the old Mandinkan and Persian traditions.
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On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Ablaye Cissoko, kora & voice
- Patrick Graham, percussions
Time
(Tuesday) 19 h 30 min
Location
Nodeul Live House
Where
Seoul, Corée
28sep20 h 00 minBREATHINGS20 h 00 min WhereMontréal, Canada

Event Details
Breathings is a celebration of our intimate relationship with nature, a concert that places the breath at the centre of the musical act. The pulsing of a heartbeat and the human
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Breathings is a celebration of our intimate relationship with nature, a concert that places the breath at the centre of the musical act. The pulsing of a heartbeat and the human voice in all its forms are breath-related phenomena that will serve to guide Constantinople’s musicians and their guests from indigenous communities from both here and abroad in this new creation.
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On stage
- Didem Basar, kanun.
- Darlene Gijuminag, voice & Mi’kmaq drums.
- Patrick Graham, percussions.
- Kianoush Khalilian, ney.
- Celina Kalluk, Inuit throat singing.
- Kiya Tabassian, setar, voice and direction.
- Etienne Lafrance, double bass.
Time
(Thursday) 20 h 00 min
Location
Centre des musiciens du monde
Where
Montréal, Canada
Organizer
30sep19 h 30 minBREATHINGS19 h 30 min WhereSackville, Canada

Event Details
Breathings is a celebration of our intimate relationship with nature, a concert that places the breath at the centre of the musical act. The pulsing of a heartbeat and the human
Event Details
Breathings is a celebration of our intimate relationship with nature, a concert that places the breath at the centre of the musical act. The pulsing of a heartbeat and the human voice in all its forms are breath-related phenomena that will serve to guide Constantinople’s musicians and their guests from indigenous communities from both here and abroad in this new creation.
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On stage
- Didem Basar, kanun.
- Darlene Gijuminag, voice & mi’kmaq drums.
- Patrick Graham, percussions
- Kianoush Khalilian, ney.
- Celina Kalluk, chant de gorge Inuit.
- Kiya Tabassian, sétar, voix et direction.
- Etienne Lafrance.
Time
(Saturday) 19 h 30 min
Location
Allison University
Where
Sackville, Canada
Organizer
october 2023
01oct19 h 30 minBREATHINGS19 h 30 min WhereHalifax, Canada

Event Details
Breathings is a celebration of our intimate relationship with nature, a concert that places the breath at the centre of the musical act. The pulsing of a heartbeat and the human
Event Details
Breathings is a celebration of our intimate relationship with nature, a concert that places the breath at the centre of the musical act. The pulsing of a heartbeat and the human voice in all its forms are breath-related phenomena that will serve to guide Constantinople’s musicians and their guests from indigenous communities from both here and abroad in this new creation.
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On stage
- Didem Basar, kanun.
- Darlene Gijuminag, voice & Mi’kmaq drums.
- Patrick Graham, percussions
- Kianoush Khalilian, ney.
- Celina Kaluuk, Inuit throat singing.
- Kiya Tabassian, setar, voice and direction.
- Etienne Lafrance, double bass.
Time
(Sunday) 19 h 30 min
Location
The stage at St Andrews
Where
Halifax, Canada
Organizer
10oct19 h 30 minBach & Khayyam19 h 30 min WhereCalgary, Canada

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Even if more than 600 years separates the life of John-Sebastien Bach (1685 -1750) and Omar Khayyam (1048 -1131), these two genius were made to meet each other.
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Even if more than 600 years separates the life of John-Sebastien Bach (1685 -1750) and Omar Khayyam (1048 -1131), these two genius were made to meet each other.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar, voice & direction
- Hana Blažíková, soprano
- Michel Angers, théorbe
- Didem Başar, kanun
- Johanna Rose, viola da gamba
- Patrick Graham, percussions
- Tanya Laperrière, baroque violin
- Neva Özgen, kemençe
- Tineke Steenbrink, organ
Time
(Tuesday) 19 h 30 min
Location
Christ Church Elbow Park (3602 8th St. SW) Calgary, AB
Where
Calgary, Canada
Organizer
13oct20 h 30 minBach & Khayyam20 h 30 min WhereToronto, Canada

Event Details
Even if more than 600 years separates the life of John-Sebastien Bach (1685 -1750) and Omar Khayyam (1048 -1131), these two genius were made to meet each other.
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Even if more than 600 years separates the life of John-Sebastien Bach (1685 -1750) and Omar Khayyam (1048 -1131), these two genius were made to meet each other.
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On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar, voice & direction
- Hana Blažíková, soprano
- Michel Angers, théorbe
- Didem Başar, kanun
- Johanna Rose, viola da gamba
- Patrick Graham, percussions
- Tanya Laperrière, baroque violin
- Neva Özgen, kemençe
- Tineke Steenbrink, organ
Time
(Friday) 20 h 30 min
Location
Aga Khan Museum, 77 Wynford Dr, North York ON, M3C 1K1
Where
Toronto, Canada
Organizer
14oct20 h 00 minBach & Khayyam20 h 00 min WhereMontréal, Canada

Event Details
Even if more than 600 years separates the life of John-Sebastien Bach (1685 -1750) and Omar Khayyam (1048 -1131), these two genius were made to meet each other.
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Even if more than 600 years separates the life of John-Sebastien Bach (1685 -1750) and Omar Khayyam (1048 -1131), these two genius were made to meet each other.
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On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar, voice & direction
- Hana Blažíková, soprano
- Michel Angers, théorbe
- Didem Başar, kanun
- Johanna Rose, viola da gamba
- Patrick Graham, percussions
- Tanya Laperrière, baroque violin
- Neva Özgen, kemençe
- Tineke Steenbrink, organ
Time
(Saturday) 20 h 00 min
Location
Bourgie Concert Hall, Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
1339 Rue Sherbrooke Ouest H3G 1G2
Where
Montréal, Canada
Organizer
16oct19 h 30 minBach & Khayyam19 h 30 min WhereQuébec, Canada

Event Details
Even if more than 600 years separates the life of John-Sebastien Bach (1685 -1750) and Omar Khayyam (1048 -1131), these two genius were made to meet each other.
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Even if more than 600 years separates the life of John-Sebastien Bach (1685 -1750) and Omar Khayyam (1048 -1131), these two genius were made to meet each other.
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Student can have a discount price for each concert, as well as a special package.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar, voice & direction
- Hana Blažíková, soprano
- Michel Angers, théorbe
- Didem Başar, kanun
- Johanna Rose, viola da gamba
- Patrick Graham, percussions
- Tanya Laperrière, baroque violin
- Neva Özgen, kemençe
- Tineke Steenbrink, organ
Time
(Monday) 19 h 30 min
Location
Grand Théâtre de Québec, 269 boulevard René-Lévesque Est, Québec, G1R 2B3
Where
Québec, Canada
31oct9 h 00 min9 h 45 minUnder the Indian Musical Sky9 h 00 min - 9 h 45 min WhereAabenraa, Denmark

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Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
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Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Tuesday) 9 h 00 min - 9 h 45 min
Location
Kongehøjskolen (4.-9. kl.)
Where
Aabenraa, Denmark
Organizer

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Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Tuesday) 11 h 50 min - 12 h 35 min
Location
Løjt Kirkeby Skole
Where
Aabenraa, Denmark
Organizer
november 2023
01nov8 h 45 min9 h 30 minUnder the Indian Musical Sky8 h 45 min - 9 h 30 min WhereAarhus, Denmark

Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Wednesday) 8 h 45 min - 9 h 30 min
Location
Strandskolen
Where
Aarhus, Denmark
Organizer

Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Wednesday) 12 h 20 min - 13 h 05 min
Location
Virupskolen
Where
Aarhus, Denmark
Organizer
02nov8 h 45 min9 h 30 minUnder the Indian Musical Sky8 h 45 min - 9 h 30 min WhereAarhus, Denmark

Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Thursday) 8 h 45 min - 9 h 30 min
Location
Katrinebjergskolen
Where
Aarhus, Denmark
Organizer

Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Thursday) 12 h 15 min - 13 h 00 min
Location
Egebakkeskolen
Where
Aarhus, Denmark
Organizer

Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Friday) 9 h 00 min - 9 h 45 min
Location
Videbæk Skole
Where
Ringkøbing-Skjern, Denmark
Organizer

Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Friday) 11 h 45 min - 12 h 30 min
Location
Tarm Skole
Where
Ringkøbing-Skjern, Denmark
Organizer
06nov8 h 55 min9 h 40 minUnder the Indian Musical Sky8 h 55 min - 9 h 40 min WhereSilkeborg, Denmark

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Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Monday) 8 h 55 min - 9 h 40 min
Location
Sejs Skole
Where
Silkeborg, Denmark
Organizer

Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Monday) 12 h 00 min - 12 h 45 min
Location
Balleskolen
Where
Silkeborg, Denmark
Organizer

Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Tuesday) 9 h 00 min - 9 h 45 min
Location
Medborgerhuset
Where
Høje-Taastrup, Denmark
Organizer

Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Tuesday) 12 h 00 min - 12 h 45 min
Location
Medborgerhuset
Where
Høje-Taastrup, Denmark
Organizer

Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Wednesday) 8 h 55 min - 9 h 40 min
Location
Herstedøster Skole
Where
Albertslund, Denmark
Organizer

Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Wednesday) 10 h 00 min - 10 h 45 min
Location
Herstedøster Skole
Where
Albertslund, Denmark
Organizer

Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Wednesday) 12 h 10 min - 12 h 55 min
Location
Egelundskolen
Where
Albertslund, Denmark
Organizer

Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Thursday) 9 h 00 min - 9 h 45 min
Location
Medborgerhuset
Where
Høje-Taastrup, Danmark
Organizer

Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic
Event Details
Under the Indian Musical Sky transports us into the sublime, refined world of an unparalleled musical civilization. Transmitted orally from one generation to the next, with its melodic ragas, precisely calculated yet highly complex rhythms and beats, and its both geometric and lyrical ornamentation, Indian music, from the north down to the south, provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration and beauty.”
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School concert.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar & voice
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Parupalli Phalgun, Mridangam, Khanjira & Konnakol
- Hamin Honari, tombak & daf
Time
(Thursday) 12 h 00 min - 12 h 45 min
Location
Medborgerhuset
Where
Høje-Taastrup, Denmark
Organizer
18nov20 h 00 minThe Golden Road20 h 00 min WhereVancouver, Canada

Event Details
The Golden Road take us on a journey along the sublime and sophisticated musical roads of the ancient civilizations of Afghanistan, India and Iran.
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The Golden Road take us on a journey along the sublime and sophisticated musical roads of the ancient civilizations of Afghanistan, India and Iran.
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On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar, voice & direction
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Homayoun Sakhi, rubab
- Hamin Honari, percussions
Time
(Saturday) 20 h 00 min
Location
Kay Meeks Arts Center
Where
Vancouver, Canada
Organizer
20nov19 h 30 minThe Golden Road19 h 30 min WhereQuébec, Canada

Event Details
The Golden Road take us on a journey along the sublime and sophisticated musical roads of the ancient civilizations of Afghanistan, India and Iran.
Event Details
The Golden Road take us on a journey along the sublime and sophisticated musical roads of the ancient civilizations of Afghanistan, India and Iran.
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Students can benefit a special fare for each concert, as well as a global special bundle.
On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar, voice & direction
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Homayoun Sakhi, rubab
- Hamin Honari, percussions
Time
(Monday) 19 h 30 min
Location
Grand Théâtre de Québec, 269 boulevard René-Lévesque Est, Québec, G1R 2B3
Where
Québec, Canada
Organizer
25nov20 h 00 minThe Golden Road20 h 00 min WhereMontréal, Canada

Event Details
The Golden Road take us on a journey along the sublime and sophisticated musical roads of the ancient civilizations of Afghanistan, India and Iran.
Event Details
The Golden Road take us on a journey along the sublime and sophisticated musical roads of the ancient civilizations of Afghanistan, India and Iran.
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On stage
- Kiya Tabassian, setar, voice & direction
- Shashank Subramanyam, indian flute
- Homayoun Sakhi, rubab
- Hamin Honari, percussions
Time
(Saturday) 20 h 00 min
Location
Bourgie Concert Hall, Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
1339 Rue Sherbrooke Ouest H3G 1G2
Where
Montréal, Canada
Organizer
They talk about us
Discover media articles about our performances, our creations or events we took part in.
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“The program, devoted to Mediterranean-flavored love songs, was as unconventional as the group’s constitution.“
Read the article of Allan Kozinn about the creation Ay Amor!!. -
“(Suzie) LeBlanc was an appealing if not overpowering, voice and presence.“
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“Although many of the pieces to be performed here are from the “Metamorfosi” album, the live versions will likely vary from those on the CD.“
Read the article of Beth Wood. -
“Musicians of the group brought to our attention instruments that were largely unfamiliar to our eyes and ears, while the singing and storytelling of Ghalia Benali immersed the audience in the deeply rapturous poems of the enduringly popular 13th-century Persian poet, Rumi.“
Read the concert review of In The Foorsteps of Rumi by Morgan Luethe. -
“Cissoko comes from a West African griot family, but in this formation the remaining musicians become honorary griots.“
Read the album review of Traversées by Simon Broughton. -
“A sold-out crowd gave Kayhan Kalhor and his protege Kiya Tabassian a standing ovation before the show began -they knew they’d be witness to history.“
Read the concert review of Under the Persian Musical Sky by Delarue. -
« Constantinople presented a convincing evening of exquisite music-making. »
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« It is a performance as stirring to the mind as the intrinsic sounds of the setar are to the heart ».
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« Count this concert as a brilliant conceptual coup for organizers Early Music Vancouver and Caravan World Music Rhythms, and a sonic cornucopia that will ring fresh in listerners’ memories for a long time to come »
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« The kora and setar sit perfectly well together, each played with great virtuosity and without unnecessary ostentation. The alternating voices are a breath of fresh air and contrast beautifully: Cissoko mellow and Tabassian spiritual. A disc of regal and dignified magnificence »