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Songs of Babylon Concert
December 17, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 9:15 pm
A Musical Journey to the Iraqi Jewish Experience with Hazzan Brian Shamash Joined by Moshe Elmakias on Keyboard, Mohcine Saqi on percussion, LAiTH ALATTAR on the oud, and Abderrahim Amthqal on the ney, flute & saxophone
Makom DC and Musical Moments combine in a song filled exploration of Jewish peoplehood, In partnership with Sephardic Heritage International DC
Tuesday, December 17th, 7:15-8:30pm | Register Here
Come early to delve into the depths of these Iraqi piyyut texts with Rabbi Elianna Yolkut, 6:30-7pm
Embark on a captivating musical odyssey through the heart of the Middle Eastern Jewish experience as we explore the rich tapestry of Mizrachi melodies, rhythms, and sounds that have shaped this unique cultural tradition that began thousands of years ago.
We hope you are enchanted by the exquisite poetry and profound messages of hope embedded within the piyyutim (liturgical poems) that continue to inspire and uplift today. Experience the artistry of Hazzan Brian Baruch Shamash who carries the torch of this vibrant musical legacy, bridging the past with the present.
Delve into the history of the Iraqi Jewish community, discovering the vital role that Jewish singers and musicians played in forging creative connections and relationships with the surrounding Arabic culture. Find intrigue, hearing the personal stories from Hazzan Shamash’s father’s life in Baghdad, Iraq. Uncover the deep roots of Jewish tradition in the ancient centers of learning that produced the Babylonian Talmud, the cornerstone of Jewish scholarship and practice.