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Constantinople: Oum Kalthoum & The Quatrains Of Khayyam

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Constantinople: Oum Kalthoum & the Quatrains of Khayyam The timeless poetry of Omar Khayyam meets the unforgettable musical world of Oum Kalthoum in this extraordinary performance by Constantinople with Ghalia Benali. Reimagined through Persian and Arabic musical traditions, early music, contemporary composition, and live improvisation, the performance brings poetry, voice, and music into conversation across centuries. Songs inspired by Khayyam's quatrains, composed by Riad El Sonbati and made famous through Oum Kalthoum's interpretations, become the starting point for a new artistic journey. Led by Iranian-Canadian composer and setar virtuoso Kiya Tabassian, Constantinople is joined by Tunisian-Belgian vocalist Ghalia Benali, whose deep connection to Oum Kalthoum's repertoire brings insight, presence, and a distinctive contemporary voice. This concert is part of Ishq Festival 2026, produced by Small World Music.

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Meridian Arts Centre: George Weston
5040 Yonge Street
Toronto, ON M2N 6R8

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About Constantinople: Oum Kalthoum & The Quatrains Of Khayyam

What time does Constantinople: Oum Kalthoum & The Quatrains Of Khayyam start?

It starts at 8:00 PM EST on Friday, 4 December 2026. No finishing time was published for it. Times are always given in the timezone the event is in, never converted.

Where is Constantinople: Oum Kalthoum & The Quatrains Of Khayyam held?

At Meridian Arts Centre: George Weston, 5040 Yonge Street in Toronto, ON. The venue page lists the transit stops within walking distance, the routes that call at them and the car parks nearby.

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