Iranian and Syrian music draw heavily from a rich oral heritage. Both cultures are major musical influencers in the Middle East. In addition, the two countries have preserved a repertoire of ancient traditional chants. The countries are also cultural crossroads with a significant population of Kurdish, Turkish and Jewish communities, all of whom have rich musical traditions. The Âstân ensemble invites you to discover this musical universe.

Distinction : 6th Vitrine des musiques locales métissées.