Date: Friday, October 20, 7:30 pm

Price: $65 Regular | $58.50 Friends

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Baider Al-Basri will capture the essence of wistful reminiscence through her evocative selection of songs by Iraqi female singers from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Each elegantly struck note weaves a tapestry of emotions, taking you to moments cherished and memories treasured in this special performance presented in partnership with the Iraqi Canadian Society.

About Baider Al-Basri

Born into a family of composers, singers, and musicians, Baider Al-Basri studied Arabic singing, ballet, and theatre in Syria. She went on to study opera at the Royal Conservatory in the Netherlands, as well as performing arts at the University of Leeds in the United Kingdom.

She has performed solo concerts with many international orchestras, such as the Metropole Orchestra, where she performed four musical works that were specifically composed for her by the Dutch composer Theo Hoek.

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Presented in partnership with The Iraqi Canadian Society