The York Noor Lecture Series 2006-2007, which is jointly sponsored by York University and the Noor Cultural Centre, presents the Tarab Ensemble in a concert on Saturday, Nov. 11, at 8pm.
Tarab Ensemble, founded in 1998, is a group of New York-based musicians who focus on studying and performing instrumental and vocal classical Arabic music, with special emphasis on the Andalusi Muwashah 
and Sufi repertoire. The ensemble also explores traditional folk music from various regions of the Arabic world. The band gives importance to both vocal and instrumental improvisation, allowing each musician to explore the Arabic scales (or maqam).
Right: The Tarab Ensemble
Since its foundation, Tarab Ensemble has performed at several venues and festivals, such as Symphony Space, The Great Hall at Cooper Union, The Joseph Papp Theater, Bowery Ballroom, The Balkan Music Festival, Club Passim, York University and The University of Michigan. The group has also composed soundtracks for two documentaries and one play.
The concert will take place at the Noor Cultural Centre at 123 Wynford Drive (DVP and Wynford). Tickets are $15 and $10 for students, at the door.