PERSIAN INSTRUMENTS IN WESTERN MUSIC

Kate Pass Kohesia Enemble

The Kohesia Ensemble presents an exciting workshop on Persian music, introducing you to some traditional stringed instruments such as oud, saz and setar, as well as ney (flute) and daf (hand-drum). We will explore the history of these instruments, their special features and limitations, and the challenges of playing alongside modern Western instruments. Experience how elements of Persian scales and rhythms can combine with jazz through a shared emphasis on improvisation.