Maqam Saba: One Scale, Three Skies

Tarab Ensemble invites you to an immersive performance exploring Maqam Saba, one of the most spiritually charged and emotionally raw scales in Arabic music.

Renowned for its ability to evoke a sense of deep nostalgia, grieving, and deep love, Maqam Saba transcends cultural boundaries to speak directly to the heart and soul. This curated program features the stylistic nuances of how Maqam Saba manifests in Iran and Turkey compared to the Arabic heartland. The evening will feature both structured classical compositions and soul-stirring improvisations that showcase the delicate quarter-tones defining this ancient, living art form.

Tarab Ensemble’s performances are a testament to the power of classical Arabic music in defying time and space while fostering empathy, hope, beauty and unity.