Presented by Diaspora Arts Connection: Sehrang: Iranian Music with Jazz Sensibilities

Presented by Diaspora Arts Connection, Sehrang uses the harmonies influenced by jazz, drawing inspiration from melodies Iran, Africa and South America Sehrang, meaning tri-colored in Farsi, is a trio comprised of three young Iranian musicians who share the same vision for making a new sound inspired by and rooted in their common culture. With Farsi lyrics both self-written and from modern Iranian poets such as Ahamd Shamloo, Sehrang’s repertoire consists of original compositions as well as new arrangements of Iranian folk and traditional songs. Nevertheless, the band leaves its musical signature in each and every piece. Sehrang released its first CD in February 2014 which has been well-received among international critics.

Featuring:
Golnar Shahyar ‒ vocals
Mahan Mirarab ‒ guitar, oud
Shayan Fathi ‒ percussion

“Sehrang Transcends Barriers” – All About Jazz, 2014

“Their musical landscape has a texture of Persian folk and classical — very rhythmic-based, emphasizing percussion and syncopation and featuring a vocal style that combines tribal chanting, scat singing, and tahrir (a type of an ornamental trill or a style of singing comparable to yodeling).”- JazzCorner, 2014.

All About Jazz magazine commented about Sehrang’s debut album “Dar Lahzeh”:
“For those who haven’t looked beyond American borders to see how jazz is interpreted in other nations Dar Lahze will be an enlightening experience. Free from any commercial constraints, Sehrang roam through various styles and tones; every track has its own personality and individual quirks.”

Get a feel for Sehrang’s music on Facebook and SoundCloud.

Admission: $20
Time: Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
Tickets: http://honarcs.com/sehrang/rpa
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