# Event Details - **Event Name**: Crossroads of Sound: Music from All Sides of the Mediterranean - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Crossroads of Sound presents Beth Bahia Cohen in a vibrant journey across Mediterranean, Balkan & Middle Eastern musical traditions.About this EventJoin us for the next chapter of Crossroads of Sound, a project dedicated to bringing together musicians and traditions from across the modal music worlds of the Middle East, the Balkans, Anatolia, and beyond.This special evening features internationally acclaimed violinist and multi-instrumentalist Beth Bahia Cohen, whose musical journey spans an extraordinary range of cultures and traditions. Drawing from her Syrian Jewish and Russian Jewish heritage, and shaped by decades of study with master musicians from Greece, Turkey, Hungary, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe, Beth brings a deeply authentic and expressive voice to every tradition she touches.In this performance, audiences will travel across the Mediterranean and its neighboring regions through a rich and diverse repertoire—featuring music from Greek, Turkish, Armenian, Kurdish, Sephardic, Romanian, Bulgarian, Hungarian, and Middle Eastern traditions. From intricate dance rhythms to deeply expressive modal improvisations, the program reflects a living musical map shaped by centuries of cultural exchange.Beth is a master of numerous bowed instruments—including violin, viola, Greek lyras, Turkish yaylı tanbur, kabak kemane, Norwegian hardingfele, and Egyptian rababa—each offering a distinct color and voice. Her performances seamlessly move between these traditions, revealing both their unique identities and their deep connections.She will be joined by the Crossroads of Sound ensemble and guest musicians, including Sam Sjostedt (duduk) and Stefanos Athinaios (percussion). The ensemble features Volkan Efe (oud, kanun, ney), Theresa Thompson (violin), Fatih Acun (bağlama), Michael K. Harrist (yaylı tanbur, bass), and Joolz Ma (piano).This concert is an invitation to experience the Mediterranean not as a boundary, but as a meeting point—a true crossroads of sound. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/watertown/crossroads-of-sound-music-from-all-sides-of-the-mediterranean/100001987577829793 - **Event Categories**: Entertainment, Music, Art, Concerts, Meetups, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 15.18, max: 28.52, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Watertown - **state**: MA - **country**: United States - **location**: Church of the Good Shepherd - **lat**: 42.3687539 - **long**: -71.1759738 - **full address**: Church of the Good Shepherd, 9 Russell Avenue, Watertown, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Crossroads of Sound: Music from All Sides of the Mediterranean - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/df3b4db56e2e81ff590b108da2c398c401c42764e5c8a475ea5b71c21c3eb51e-rimg-w1200-h600-dcaca8a1-gmir.jpg?v=1776656358 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Crossroads of Sound: Music from All Sides of the Mediterranean being held? - **A:** Crossroads of Sound: Music from All Sides of the Mediterranean takes place on Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Church of the Good Shepherd, 9 Russell Avenue, Watertown, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Crossroads of Sound: Music from All Sides of the Mediterranean? - **A:** Ticket prices for Crossroads of Sound: Music from All Sides of the Mediterranean range from USD 15 to USD 29 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 29 + USD 4 feeAvailableGeneral Admission (2 for 1 deal)USD 15 + USD 3 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Crossroads of Sound: Music from All Sides of the Mediterranean? - **A:** Crossroads of Sound: Music from All Sides of the Mediterranean is organized by Volkan Efe. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Crossroads of Sound: Music from All Sides of the Mediterranean is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Watertown, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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