BIMHUIS Productions series REFLEX. Premiere ‘Arise!’ by Nawras Altaky septet. ‘Arise!’ is a tribute to the unwavering spirit of survivors around the world, a reminder that within each of us lies the potential for greatness, waiting for an opportunity to blossom. Nawras dedicates this performance to all those who dare to dream, who keep their hope alive, and who contribute their unique light to the journey of life. * Nawras Altaky oud/vocals/composition/arrangement * Oene Van Geek - Viola * Teis Semey - Guitar * Marianne Noordink - Ney & Flute * Kinan Abuakel - Buzuk * Remy Dielemans - Bass * Udo Demant - Percussion REFLEX is supported by Ammodo. Video: Micha de Kanter Lights: Hayden Hook Audio: Ruben Kieftenbelt Titles: 0:00 Mawaal El Hawa 0:18 Tigris Passage 0:39 Guitar Solo - Eucalyptus Tree 1:19 Backstage 1:30 Damascus by Night 2:00 Sababa - The Oud 2:37 The members - Insight 3:00 Solo - Viola 3:11 Solo - Percussion 3:25 Echos Of Mawaal 3:58 Apalauso - Credits

World Premier Nawras Altaky SEPTET presents: Arise! Tribute to the survivors and the dreamers * Nawras Altaky oud/vocals/composition/arrangement * Oene Van Geek - Viola * Teis Semey - Guitar * Marianne Noordink - Ney & Flute * Kinan Abuakel - Buzuk * Remy Dielemans - Bass * Udo Demant - Percussion In the BIMHUIS Productions series REFLEX we invite musicians to reflect on the world and society. This edition revolves around the new compositions for the project premiere ‘Arise!’ by Nawras Altaky. ‘Arise!’ is a tribute to the unwavering spirit of survivors around the world, a reminder that within each of us lies the potential for greatness, waiting for an opportunity to blossom. Nawras dedicates this performance to all those who dare to dream, who keep their hope alive, and who contribute their unique light to the journey of life. “What makes Nawras Altaky’s music and improvisations special is the way he organically combines jazz, Arabic maqam, classical counterpoint and elements from contemporary music. His enemble features players that have appeared on our stage before, such as viola player Oene van Geel and guitarist Teis Semey.” (BIMHUIS) ‘Altaky has a fascinating, warm baritone with which he can sing with breathtaking, colourful softness, effectively building up tension through his sublime sense of timing’ (NRC). REFLEX is supported by Ammodo. Video: Micha de Kanter Lights: Hayden Hook Audio: Ruben Kieftenbelt

World Premier Nawras Altaky SEPTET presents: Arise! Tribute to the survivors and the dreamers * Nawras Altaky vocals - composition - oud - arrangement * Oene Van Geek - Viola * Teis Semey - Guitar * Marianne Noordink - Ney & Flute * Kinan Abuakel - Buzuk * Remy Dielemans - Bass * Udo Demant - Percussion In the BIMHUIS Productions series REFLEX we invite musicians to reflect on the world and society. This edition revolves around the new compositions for the project premiere ‘Arise!’ by Nawras Altaky. ‘Arise!’ is a tribute to the unwavering spirit of survivors around the world, a reminder that within each of us lies the potential for greatness, waiting for an opportunity to blossom. Nawras dedicates this performance to all those who dare to dream, who keep their hope alive, and who contribute their unique light to the journey of life. “What makes Nawras Altaky’s music and improvisations special is the way he organically combines jazz, Arabic maqam, classical counterpoint and elements from contemporary music. His enemble features players that have appeared on our stage before, such as viola player Oene van Geel and guitarist Teis Semey.” (BIMHUIS) ‘Altaky has a fascinating, warm baritone with which he can sing with breathtaking, colourful softness, effectively building up tension through his sublime sense of timing’ (NRC). REFLEX is supported by Ammodo. Video: Micha de Kanter Lights: Hayden Hook Audio: Ruben Kieftenbelt