Vernon Area Public Library 8/29 world music performance with Lamajamal

Lamajamal, a musical trio presented with Old Town School of Folk Music, explores classical, folk, and sacred music traditions from around the world. With each member trained in various musical traditions and instruments, the group has an extensive repertoire from the Middle East, North Africa, Balkans, Turkey, Greece, and South Asia.

This outdoor concert is on the Annex Lawn. Bring a chair; a hat and bottle of water is recommended. 

If the weather is inclement, this program will move to the meeting room.

Lamajamal, a palindrome for jamal, the Arabic word for beauty, is an ensemble that explores classical, folk, and sacred music traditions from around the world. With each member trained in various musical traditions and instruments, the group has an extensive repertoire from the Middle East, North Africa, Balkans, Turkey, Greece, and South Asia. For over ten years, Lamajamal has established itself as a vanguard in the world music market performing at international festivals, renowned venues, interfaith events, as well as houses of worship for Jewish, Christian, and Muslim services. Lamajamal’s core mission is to identify historical and social commonalities among different musical styles, cultures, and religions to foster a sense of global citizenry. www.interculturalmusic.com/lamajamal

MUSICIANS

Percussion - George Lawler

Santouri, Woodwinds - Eve Monzingo

Bass - Joseph Spilberg