And Longing Remains

The Maqam Ensemble presents a work composed of original new pieces written as part of a course exploring the tradition of the Arabic maqam. The students investigate musical concepts such as sustained tones and gradual development, heterophony, patterns drawn from the tradition of Arabic music, and more. In keeping with the tradition of Eastern music, improvisation, spontaneity, and both expected and unexpected responses are essential elements of the performance.

Instruction, conducting, and violin Yohana Ritmuller
Accompanying musician Aviv Ezra
Performers Tal Gurevitz, Nov Lev, Michael Marushkin, Asaf Nahardiya, Reef Tzoran, Liam Katzenstein