This event is available to Young Musician’s Pass members. Booking opens at 12noon on 19 May and closes 5pm on 30 June. Tickets are likely to sell fast so don't wait.

Watch as visual artist Tazeen Qayyum creates an intricate calligraphic drawing in real-time, inspired by the expressive power of Urdu, Arabic and Farsi, accompanied by Aga Khan Master Musicians Feras Charestan and Basel Rajoub.

Uniting the qalam (pen) and saaz (a musical instrument), the performance is interdisciplinary artistic response to The Truth We Seek, this year’s International Festival theme. The performers have thoughtfully chosen to anchor their recital in four Arabic words:

أمل amal (hope), عدل adl (Justice), كرم karam (kindness) and سلم silm (peace).

Middle Eastern rhythms meet jazz, as performed by Basel Rajoub (saxophone, duclar and percussion) and qanun player Feras Charestan. As a counterforce to the tragedies of our times, the musicians invite you to slow down, observe and reflect to find a state of harmony and mindfulness.

What to expect at The Hub

Experience traditional music from Scandinavia to the Middle East, and get to know the rising stars of classical music.

At The Hub you can expect a relaxed concert experience. Take photos if you wish and get involved in the performance.