# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Tales from the Orient - A Musical Journey from Istanbul to the Indus River Delta 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Duke of George presents
Tales from the Orient | Asian TOUR LAUNCH
A Musical Journey from Istanbul to the Indus River Delta 

The Awakenings Ensemble presents an immersive musical experience fusing Middle Eastern and jazz traditions to launch their upcoming tour to Singapore, Taiwan and China. This narrative-driven performance takes audiences on a sonic journey from the coffee houses of Istanbul, through the mountain villages of Lebanon, to the poetry traditions of Persia and beyond.

Featuring master musicians from Australia, Iran, and Lebanon on traditional instruments including oud, ney, and daf within a contemporary jazz ensemble, Tales from the Orient explores how music builds bridges between cultures. Through composition, improvisation, and storytelling, the ensemble demonstrates the deep artistic connections achieved when different musical traditions meet.

Original compositions and inspired interpretations of timeless melodies from the Middle East blend to showcase the rich tapestry of influences from Turkey, Lebanon, Syria, and Egypt. Shimmering instrumental textures are extended in select sections with haunting Persian vocals by Esfandiar Shahmir—a sonic experience not to be missed.

Having performed at Jazz at Lincoln Center (New York), The Esplanade (Singapore), and major venues across seven countries, The Awakenings Ensemble brings world-class artistry and emotional depth to The Duke of George.

The Western Australian Government through DLGSC proudly supports this tour.

Musicians
Esfandiar Shahmir - Ney flute, vocals and Daff
Michael Edelby - Oud
Steve Richter - tuned and untuned percussion
Michael Pignéguy (leader) - Drums and piano
Joe Powell - Electric bass and FX

"From Istanbul to Pakistan, a sonic journey that transcends language and borders"

"Where the ancient ney meets contemporary jazz—the sound of cultures in conversation"

"Master musicians from three continents explore what happens when Middle Eastern maqam traditions fuse with jazz improvisation"

Doors 5 pm, Show at 6 pm
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fremantle/tales-from-the-orient-a-musical-journey-from-istanbul-to-the-indus-river-delta/200029734321702
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music, art, workshops, literary-art, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 58

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/tales-from-the-orient-a-musical-journey-from-istanbul-to-the-indus-river-delta-asian-tour-launch/191651?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=fremantle-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Fremantle
- **state**: WA
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: 135 George Street, East Fremantle, WA, Australia, Western Australia 6158
- **lat**: -32.04414
- **long**: 115.7631
- **full address**: 135 George Street, East Fremantle, WA, Australia, Western Australia 6158, 135 George St, East Fremantle WA 6158, Australia, Fremantle

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: The Duke of George (https://allevents.in/org/the-duke-of-george/14451640)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 135 George Street, East Fremantle, WA, Australia, Western Australia 6158, 135 George St, East Fremantle WA 6158, Australia, Fremantle
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** The Duke of George
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** music, entertainment, live-music, art, workshops, literary-art, storytelling
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Tales from the Orient - A Musical Journey from Istanbul to the Indus River Delta  ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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