Venue

: The Great Hall
: 1119 Eighth Avenue (enter on Eighth Avenue)
Seattle, 98101 United States

Event Format: In-Person

EVENT NOTES
Doors for this event will open at 6:00 PM.

Presented by SAMA: Music + Art. For questions about this event, please contact darek@samamusicarts.org.

The Naghash Ensemble poses as a group in a naturally lit room wearing black clothing.

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SAMA: Music + Art welcomes The Naghash Ensemble to Seattle this November for an evening of music rooted in Armenian folk and spiritual traditions, reimagined through contemporary composition.

Join SAMA for an extraordinary evening with The Naghash Ensemble. This group weaves together the earthy spirituality of Armenian sacred song, the richness of new classical composition, and contemporary global influences. Featuring three remarkable female vocalists alongside master instrumentalists on duduk, oud, dhol, and piano, the ensemble performs original music by Armenian-American composer John Hodian inspired by the poetry of the 15th-century Armenian mystic and priest Mkrtich Naghash.

Rooted in ancient spiritual traditions yet shaped by a modern musical language, their work transcends cultural and stylistic boundaries, creating an experience that is both timeless and deeply moving. Blending folk traditions, classical form, and improvisational energy, The Naghash Ensemble offers audiences a powerful journey of sound, emotion, and connection across centuries and cultures.

The ensemble’s Seattle debut will be more than a concert. Before the performance, Armenian-American conductor, educator, and Armenian music scholar Tigran Arakelyan will present a special talk exploring the poetry, history, and cultural context behind the music.

Guests are also invited to gather and share a meal before the show. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian Armenian meals prepared by Hye Life Cafe & Bar will be available for purchase. Located in Bellevue, Hye Life is an Armenian-owned Eastern European and Mediterranean restaurant known for its warm neighborhood atmosphere and fresh comfort dishes.

Supported in part by 4Culture.

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