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Athar: A Tribute to Yusuf Omar by Mohammad Sajad

Iraqi Festival of Toronto

Athar: A Tribute to Yusuf Omar by Mohammad Sajad

Date: Saturday, October 21, 7:30 pm
Price: $65 Regular | $58.50 Friends
Iraqi Festival of Toronto Ticket Packages:
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Embark on an immersive musical expedition through the mesmerizing realm of maqam, retracing the maqamat that Yusuf Omar — one of the most distinguished Iraqi maqam reciters of all time — once masterfully brought to life. In this commemorative performance, Iraq Idol finalist Mohammad Sajad will perform a diverse array of maqamat, each intricately weaving narratives of sentiments, cultural richness, and time-honoured heritage.

 


About Mohammad Sajad

 

Mohammad Sajad studied at the Institute of Musical Studies in Baghdad, specializing in Iraqi maqam and traditional musical instruments. A member of the National Ensemble of Iraqi Musical Heritage, Sajad teaches Iraqi maqam at the Shaghaf Institute for teaching music. He was the youngest jury member at the maqam contest in Anbar, Iraq in 2019 and in 2021, Mohammad Sajad was one of three finalists in Iraq Idol.

 


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Purchase a 2-show package and receive 15% off
Purchase a 3-show package and receive 20% off

 


The Museum’s Performing Arts programming is generously supported by the Nanji Family Foundation.

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