The public is invited to the concert, which will be held at 7 p.m. in the Hiller Building Auditorium.
Admission is free.
The five members of Orchestra Afghani combine Persian and Hindustani instruments and styles, bringing life to the finest folk music of Afghanistan. Gracefully interpreting ancient musical traditions, the dynamic ensemble gives free voice to Afghanistan's culture. The ensemble features two legendary artists, Aziz Herawi, an Afghani expatriate who has produced several acclaimed recordings, and Ustad Asif-Mahmood, who teaches folk music at a school established by the International Immigrant Services. Ustad Asif sustains a fundamental rhythm on the tabla. The masters are accompanied by a singer, harmonium, frame drum, and tambourine.