Starting Jan 1, 2026: Courtyard Café will be closed until Jan 14. Diwan will be temporarily closed until further notice.

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Opening times this week: 5th – 11th Jan
Monday
Closed
Except holiday Mondays
Tuesday
10am – 5:30pm
Wednesday
10am – 8pm
BMO Free Wednesdays 4 – 8 pm
Thursday
10am – 5:30pm
Friday
10am – 5:30pm
Saturday
10am – 5:30pm
Sunday
10am – 5:30pm
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Amir Amiri

Amir Amiri, a master santur player from Tehran, blends ancient inspiration with bold creativity. Since moving to Canada in 1996, he has formed innovative ensembles such as the Amir Amiri Ensemble and Ensemble Kimya, blending diverse musical traditions. His collaborations, including with Richard Moody and Jean Félix Mailloux, have been praised for merging Eastern and Western sensibilities. Awarded the 2003 CBC Artist of the Year, Amiri continues to enchant audiences worldwide with his profound musical connection. Recent performances include Festival Vares Classics in Bosnia and Détours de Babel in France.