Estimated duration
1 h
Organizer
Taideyliopiston Sibelius-Akatemia
Merve Abdurrahmani's master's degree concert
Step into the master’s concert led by Merve Abdurrahmani and her ensemble of world-class musicians based in Finland. Born and raised in Finland to parents from Kosova, Merve’s music is a rich tapestry woven from her Albanian and Turkish heritage. Her musical journey is marked by exploration and curiosity, embracing various influences from Western classical to jazz, Middle Eastern melodies, Balkan and Turkish folk songs, and Nordic traditions. Drawing from a kaleidoscope of experiences, Merve’s compositions are primarily original songs and instrumental pieces that beautifully capture her unique musical identity. The concert will also feature poetry interspersed throughout the performance. Together, let’s immerse ourselves in sounds that resonate with the stories of individuals navigating the journey from their parents’ turbulent homelands to new countries. Through a captivating blend of traditional and contemporary music, each note becomes a testament to the resilience and hope passed down through generations.
Join us for this enchanting evening, where music and poetry unite to create an unforgettable experience!
Performers
- Merve Abdurrahmani, composer/arranger, piano & vocals
- Melisa Yıldırım, kamancha
- Khashayar Eshkevari, alto kamancha & vocals
- Nemat Battah, oud & vocals
- Hanna Ryynänen, kantele
- Ana Lazar, violin
- Manuel Rosales, guitar
- Aarne Toivonen, drums
- Abdissa Assefa, percussions
- Antti Ahoniemi, contrabass & electric bass
- Mehrnoosh Zolfaghari, daf & daire
- Ida Jessen, kulning
- Fjolla Spanca, poem recitation
Singers
- Susjaira Kerpens
- Rina Januzi
- Vasilis Katopodis
- Chrysa Panayotopoulou
- Kata Vuoristo
- Linda Ilves
- Teea Aarnio
- Valenzuela Angela
- Alma Weiser
- Adeshina Omotola
- Devina Broughton
- Emma Myllynen
Visual Art
- Bleron Çaka & Laura Salazar
Programme
- Albanian Lullaby (trad.)
- A Song for Nana
- Kuin oisin omilla mailla & Kur e përcolla Ylberin (trad.)
- Road Trip
- Vijne Vaporat (trad.)
- Safe Ocean
- Sounds of Belonging
- Rroka mandolinen (encore)
Further information: Merve Abdurrahmani, merve.abdurrahmani@uniarts.fi
Global Fest, 11.-13.12.2024
Global Fest 2024 is the 9th edition of an annual festival featuring students, teachers, alumni and special guests representing Sibelius Academy’s Global Music Department. Bringing together artists from many corners of the world, the Global Music Department focusses on intercultural dialogue and collaboration, creating new artistic work together and fostering a sense of global citizenship. Expect a feast of dynamic, innovative, inspiring concerts and pop-up events, featuring performers from around the world celebrating the diversity of our planet.
Featuring performers from diverse corners of the world, including Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bulgaria, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Jordan, Kosova, Latvia, Mozambique, Nigeria, Palestine, Peru, Portugal, Serbia, Slovenia, Syria, Tanzania, Taiwan, Turkey, Ukraine, UK, and USA.
Tickets to Musiikkitalo concerts and other events are available to purchase on our website, by telephone and at our physical box office.
Book tickets for 10–20 or more people is by contacting group sales service by email at ryhmat@musiikkitalo.fi or by telephone on 0600 411 101 (Monday to Friday, 9:00–15:00).
How about a cup of coffee, a bite to eat or a glass of bubbly during the interval? Order your drinks in advance to beat the queues and make the most of your concert visit.
Our location could not be more central or easier to get to. Almost all forms of Helsinki public transport stop right outside our doors, cycle parking is provided at all our entrances, and Aimo Park Finlandia, our nearest multi-storey car park, offers lift access directly to our main foyer.
At Helsinki Music Centre we are proud to be an accessible and welcoming place for everyone. Tactile handrails and signage have been fitted across the building, and there are tactile indicator strips on the floor too to guide partially sighted and blind visitors. Induction loops are always available, and guide or companion dogs are of course permitted within the building.
Concert Hall
The route to your seat is always printed on your ticket. Check the door number to find out which entrance to take. The seating areas are marked with letters. There is level access to all wheelchair seats from the main entrances. Don’t worry if you’re not familiar with our venue – our staff are always on hand to help you find your seat.
Black Box, Camerata and Sonore
Use the row number printed on your ticket to find your seat. Wheelchair seats are situated on the same level as the entrance. Don’t worry if you’re not familiar with our venue – our staff area always on hand to help you find your seat.
Unallocated seating
Please choose your seat on the day.
Floor plans
You can view our floor plans before your visit.
Cloakroom
We ask you to leave your coat and any larger items in the cloakroom. The cloakroom is free of charge.
Latecomers
Latecomers will be asked to wait until a suitable break in the performance or admitted after the interval.
Photography
You are not permitted to record concert performances at Helsinki Music Centre. However, you may take photographs before and after the concert and during applause. Individual concert organisers may have their own, more detail guidance regarding recording and photography.
Dress code
We’re happy to say we have no dress code at Helsinki Music Centre, and we positively encourage you to come as you are. However, we would be grateful if you could avoid wearing strong perfume during your visit so that people with asthma and fragrance sensitivity can enjoy our concerts symptom free.
