House Concert Series: Arazeel - Arab and Brazilian Fusion
TEXAS FOLKLIFE FALL 2016 HOUSE CONCERT SERIES
Arazeel: Arab and Brazilian Music Fusion
WHEN: Wednesday October 26th, 2016 (7pm-9pm)
WHERE: Texas Folklife House
1708 Houston St.
Austin, TX 78756
Austin’s Arab-Brazilian fusion group Arazeel will perform and discuss the folk roots of their music, why they came together to form a band, and their goal to bridge cultures. The group formed in 2014 when musicians from the Brazilian band Seu Jacinto and musicians from Austin’s Arab music community music got together. Arazeel’s repertoire includes: forró, a musical genre that originated in Northeastern Brazil and has African roots, Palestinian folksongs, Lebanese folksongs, and popular songs by Iraqi and Egyptian composers. The group utilizes elements from each of these influences as a foundation for improvisation and exploration.
Tickets:
houseconcertseriesarazeel.brownpapertickets.com/
$5 for Texas Folklife members and $10 for non-members.
To become a member or renew your membership, go to: http://texasfolklife.org/info/membership
Parking for the event is available in Texas Folklife's gravel driveway, on the street immediately in front of the building, and Asterra Properties (located next door). Overflow parking is available at Recycled Reads (5335 Burnet Rd). Please use the spaces in the back or on the South side of the Recycled Reads building.
Texas Folklife’s House Concert Series is supported in part by the members and Board of Texas Folklife, the City of Austin’s Cultural Arts Division, the Texas Commission on the Arts, and Sun Radio.
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Parking Information:
Parking for the event is available in Texas Folklife's gravel driveway, on the street immediately in front of the building, and Asterra Properties (located next door). Overflow parking is available at Recycled Reads (5335 Burnet Rd). Please use the spaces in the back or on the South side of the Recycled Reads building.
Texas Folklife’s House Concert Series is supported in-part by Sun Radio, the members and Board of Texas Folklife, the City of Austin’s Cultural Arts Division, and the Texas Commission on the Arts.
Arazeel on Soundcloud:
About Texas Folklife
Texas Folklife is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to presenting and preserving the diverse cultures and living heritage of the Lone Star State. For over 30 years, Texas Folklife has honored the cultural traditions passed down within communities, explored their importance in contemporary society, and celebrated them by providing accessible and joyful arts experiences.
1708 Houston St.
Austin, Texas 78756
Texas Folklife is a 501c(3) organization. All contributions are tax deductible
Tax ID # 74-2360058
