Ranjish Hi Sahi Live at The Armory
For decades, “Ranjish Hi Sahi” has been a cherished torch passed through generations of singers, captivating listeners with its timeless ghazal. Written in Urdu
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We Are One Live at The Armory
This original composition, thoughtfully created and arranged by Bala for this occasion, weaves a melody that speaks to the deepest threads of our shared
Aap Ki Nazaron Live at The Armory
This beautiful melody comes from the classic Bollywood film Anpadh (1962). Originally sung by the legendary Lata Mangeshkar, the song features music
Far Singers Join by Kim Stafford
— for the music bearers who carry our common light across generations and borders. In their distant countries, each bird drank from a different spring. Each
I Am An American Live II
This unique music, a fusion of ancient Asian traditions and Western harmonies, celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Asian Americans.
A Transatlantic Journey Home
Mimy’s composition traces the history of Afro music as it accompanied its people, who were enslaved and transported to the Caribbean
Rimbognala: Echoes of Eden
“Rimbognala,” a Malagasy term, translates as “the leftover remnants of the forest.” This title serves as lament etched into the soul of the song and its composer, Mimy.
Lomalilay: A Melody of Deepest Thanks
“Lomalilay” is a response to the welcome given in the first piece, banaike. The piano takes the spotlight, conveying the heartfelt response of the guests.
Welcoming Week: Romila
This composition is an ode to an envisioned Romila, a love letter steeped in jazzy melodies and set to the captivating rhythm of Afro-Cuban grooves.
A Song for My Mother’s Journey
Composed by Mimy in the wake of his mother’s funeral, “Any Ankoatra Any” loosely translated, means “Into the Unknown, On the Other Side.”
Beko: a Memory of Resistance
In the dusty heart of southern Madagascar, the beko is a revered storytelling tradition. The singer, known as a sairy, dedicates his life to mastering this art form.
A Return to Her Roots
For as long as she could remember, Shirley Yee was enchanted with Cantonese opera. The emotion of its music, the grace of its performers, and the complexity of their
Finally Free to Make Music Again
Ahmad Fanoos spent the first 57 years of his life searching for the freedom to play music. In Afghanistan, where singing and playing music were banned under the