Come join us on Friday April 17, at 7:30, for a unique melding of music at Echoes from East to West. Montreal-based ensemble C’est Donya invite you on an evocative journey through time and culture, blending Baroque masterpieces with traditional Persian songs. Experience the mesmerizing sounds of rare historical instruments—baroque cello, serpent, santur, and kamancheh—played by four exceptional artists.

A reception will follow this event.

This concert is free admission, with donations received. Checks payable to Music at the Red Door or click here to donate online

About the Artists:
Montréal based ensemble C’est Donya invites audiences on an evocative journey through time and culture, blending Baroque music with the intricate beauty of Persian musical heritage. The ensemble features four highly skilled performer-composers: Jessica Korotkin (baroque cello), Alexander Belser (serpent), Amir Amiri (santur), and Saeed Kamjoo (kamancheh). Each member brings extensive expertise and a profound understanding of both the vast Baroque repertoire and the rich heritage of Persian music.

Through years of dedicated study and global performances, they have created a unique intersection between these two genres, offering innovative and vibrant interpretations of late 19th-century Persian repertoire laced between Baroque arrangements. In their pursuit of enriching this shared musical dialogue, the ensemble also integrates original compositions and bespoke arrangements into their performances.