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Showing events filtered by Dates: March 1, 2024 to March 31, 2024.

  • Israel’s other War in the West Bank

    Time
    12:00 pm    3/5/2024
    Location
    Zoom

    As the onslaught on Gaza continues, the West Bank has been under Israeli assault long before October 7, 2023. Along with daily military incursions, Israel has intensified and deepened the fragmentation of the West Bank. Since October 7, thousands of Palestinians have been detained in the West Bank and hundreds have been killed by military and settlers' fire. And while some

  • Nakshi Kantha workshop and Dhamali Dance: A Celebration of Creativity and Rhythm

    Time
    4:00 pm    3/6/2024
    Location
    3rd floor, Levis Faculty Center, 919 West Illinois Street, Urbana, IL-61801

    Experience Bangladesh's rich cultural heritage with our Nakshi Kantha workshop! Learn hand-stitching techniques, explore patterns, and create your masterpiece. No experience needed – just bring your enthusiasm! Afterward, join us for the energetic Dhamail Dance, diving into Bangladeshi folk tradition with vibrant rhythms and hues

  • Suzanne Osman Music of the Middle East

    Time
    4:00 pm    3/28/2024
    Location
    Room No. 1000, Siebel Center for Design, 1208 S 4th St, Champaign, IL 61820

    This presentation seeks to motivate Western audiences towards a deeper understanding of Middle Eastern music. Participants will gain new insights into the beauty and expression of Arabic maqams and traditional rhythmic structures. The workshop incorporates music listening and live music demonstration to help increase awareness of this seminal musical genre.

  • Soulful Strings (An afternoon of South Indian Carnatic music featuring Guitar, Violin, and a percussion ensemble)

    Time
    2:00 pm    3/30/2024
    Location
    Knight Auditorium, Spurlock Museum, 600 S Gregory St, Urbana, IL 61801