VIM & Vancouver Folk Music Festival Society present:
Moneka Arabic Jazz - Opening set by Gordon Grdina
Thursday, April 18
Hollywood Theatre
Show: 7:30 PM
Doors: 6:30 PM
Tickets: $30+fees
More info at www.vimhouse.ca or www.thefestival.bc.ca
Dive into a mesmerizing discovery of culture, tradition, and melody with Moneka Arabic Jazz!
Experience 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 Afro-Arabic roots with the talents of Toronto musicians, creating a harmonious fusion of tradition and innovation.
Drawing 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.
Ahmed Moneka (Iraq) - Vocals
Waleed Abdulhamid (Syria) - Bass guitar, vocals
Demetri Petsalakis (Greece) - Guitar, oud
Majd Sukar (Sudan) - Clarinet
Selcuk Suna (Turkey) - Sax
Max Senitt (Toronto) - Drum kit
With an opening solo set by Juno award winning Oud / Guitarist Gordon Grdina.
This is the ensemble premier concert in Vancouver - you won't want to miss out. Book your tickets NOW and join us for an unforgettable evening of discovery, celebration, connection, and harmony.
This event is produced by the VIM and the Vancouver Folk Music Festival with support from Creative BC, Canadian Heritage, the Canada Council for the Arts, Government of BC, City of Vancouver, JTC Heersink Foundation, and Metro Vancouver.
This is a 19+ venue.