Qadim is a word found in both Arabic and Hebrew meaning 'ancient' as well as 'that which will come.' The ensemble's repertoire includes Arabic, Jewish, Turkish Sufi, Hebrew-Yemenite, Armenian, Greek, Ladino and Moroccan music, celebrating the common musical and spiritual heritage of the region's cultures, while honoring the great diversity found within them.
Acclaimed for their passionate performances, The Qadim Ensemble is comprised of accomplished and acclaimed musicians. The San Francisco based band has attracted a growing global audience who are responding to their authentic musicianship and timely message of peace and cross-cultural appreciation.
"Truly world music, some of the most open, human music you'll hear . . . Essential"
-East Bay Express
"Beautifully presented, the players bring superb musicianship and palpable enthusiasm to each performance. Eliyahu's ney flute along with Rachel's succulent vocals are stars . . . creating a sense of human communication with the divine."
-All Things Considered, NPR
"Listeners are deeply moved"
-Jewish Telegraph, London
"Visionary . . . achingly beautiful . . ."
-San Francisco Chronicle
Led by Eliyahu Sills on the ney, The Qadim Ensemble consists of Rachel Valfer Sills on oud and lead vocals, Faisal Zedan on Arabic percussion such as the darbukkah, riqq & daf, and Geri Hegedus on Turkish baglama saz, divan saz, Persian setar, and oud.
Guest artist Ali Paris is a talented vocalist and composer as well as an accomplished performer on his instrument, the traditional Arabic qanun. He combines the classic sound with American keyboard, string and percussion to create a fusion of Arabic and contemporary music, a unique blend, sometimes labeled world music.
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Acclaimed for their passionate performances, The Qadim Ensemble is comprised of accomplished and acclaimed musicians. The San Francisco based band has attracted a growing global audience who are responding to their authentic musicianship and timely message of peace and cross-cultural appreciation.
"Truly world music, some of the most open, human music you'll hear . . . Essential"
-East Bay Express
"Beautifully presented, the players bring superb musicianship and palpable enthusiasm to each performance. Eliyahu's ney flute along with Rachel's succulent vocals are stars . . . creating a sense of human communication with the divine."
-All Things Considered, NPR
"Listeners are deeply moved"
-Jewish Telegraph, London
"Visionary . . . achingly beautiful . . ."
-San Francisco Chronicle
Led by Eliyahu Sills on the ney, The Qadim Ensemble consists of Rachel Valfer Sills on oud and lead vocals, Faisal Zedan on Arabic percussion such as the darbukkah, riqq & daf, and Geri Hegedus on Turkish baglama saz, divan saz, Persian setar, and oud.
Guest artist Ali Paris is a talented vocalist and composer as well as an accomplished performer on his instrument, the traditional Arabic qanun. He combines the classic sound with American keyboard, string and percussion to create a fusion of Arabic and contemporary music, a unique blend, sometimes labeled world music.
Qadim is a word found in both Arabic and Hebrew meaning 'ancient' as well as 'that which will come.' The ensemble's repertoire includes Arabic, Jewish, Turkish Sufi, Hebrew-Yemenite, Armenian, Greek, Ladino and Moroccan music, celebrating the common musical and spiritual heritage of the region's cultures, while honoring the great diversity found within them.
Acclaimed for their passionate performances, The Qadim Ensemble is comprised of accomplished and acclaimed musicians. The San Francisco based band has attracted a growing global audience who are responding to their authentic musicianship and timely message of peace and cross-cultural appreciation.
"Truly world music, some of the most open, human music you'll hear . . . Essential"
-East Bay Express
"Beautifully presented, the players bring superb musicianship and palpable enthusiasm to each performance. Eliyahu's ney flute along with Rachel's succulent vocals are stars . . . creating a sense of human communication with the divine."
-All Things Considered, NPR
"Listeners are deeply moved"
-Jewish Telegraph, London
"Visionary . . . achingly beautiful . . ."
-San Francisco Chronicle
Led by Eliyahu Sills on the ney, The Qadim Ensemble consists of Rachel Valfer Sills on oud and lead vocals, Faisal Zedan on Arabic percussion such as the darbukkah, riqq & daf, and Geri Hegedus on Turkish baglama saz, divan saz, Persian setar, and oud.
Guest artist Ali Paris is a talented vocalist and composer as well as an accomplished performer on his instrument, the traditional Arabic qanun. He combines the classic sound with American keyboard, string and percussion to create a fusion of Arabic and contemporary music, a unique blend, sometimes labeled world music.
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Acclaimed for their passionate performances, The Qadim Ensemble is comprised of accomplished and acclaimed musicians. The San Francisco based band has attracted a growing global audience who are responding to their authentic musicianship and timely message of peace and cross-cultural appreciation.
"Truly world music, some of the most open, human music you'll hear . . . Essential"
-East Bay Express
"Beautifully presented, the players bring superb musicianship and palpable enthusiasm to each performance. Eliyahu's ney flute along with Rachel's succulent vocals are stars . . . creating a sense of human communication with the divine."
-All Things Considered, NPR
"Listeners are deeply moved"
-Jewish Telegraph, London
"Visionary . . . achingly beautiful . . ."
-San Francisco Chronicle
Led by Eliyahu Sills on the ney, The Qadim Ensemble consists of Rachel Valfer Sills on oud and lead vocals, Faisal Zedan on Arabic percussion such as the darbukkah, riqq & daf, and Geri Hegedus on Turkish baglama saz, divan saz, Persian setar, and oud.
Guest artist Ali Paris is a talented vocalist and composer as well as an accomplished performer on his instrument, the traditional Arabic qanun. He combines the classic sound with American keyboard, string and percussion to create a fusion of Arabic and contemporary music, a unique blend, sometimes labeled world music.
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