Concerts and Performances:
The 2024 Minnie Untermyer Concert Series
The Untermyer Gardens Conservancy announces its fourth annual Minnie Untermyer Concert Series. Taking place from June 8 to September 15, 2024, in the amphitheater in the magnificent Walled Garden and overlooking the length of this monumental Indo-Persian space, eight concerts have been scheduled. There will be orchestral and vocal music as well as dance performances. Popular offerings will include jazz and theremin.
Persian Saba Ensemble, June 8
PERSIAN SABA ENSEMBLE - JUNE 8 ***RAIN DATE Sunday, June 9 at 5:00 PM***
Persian classical music in the open-air amphitheater at Untermyer Gardens, in this first performance of the 2024 Minnie Untermyer Series.
Founded in 2004, the Saba Ensemble is devoted to preserving and nurturing the exquisite art of Persian Classical Music. This year's performance offers a variety of stage presentations, styles and vocals from Iran as a rich cultural and musical country.
Performing in the Saba Ensemble are: Arieh Aghajani, Santoor; Parisa Karimi, Kamanche; Shahryar Korrori, Tombak & Daf; Hamid Reza Maleki, Oud; Hedayat Shafieei, Tar; and Katayoon Mousazadeh and Majid Khosrow Shahi, Vocals.
The performance promises to be both educational and enchanting, as the musicians will showcase the unique structure of the Dastgahs through their masterful performances. The audience will be transported to a world of intricate melodies and rhythms, where the timeless beauty of Persian music will be on full display. All sales are final.
During the intermission, patrons can indulge in the flavors of Persia with delicious treats available for purchase (advance purchase or cash sales only). Asrooneh plate (watermelon, feta cheese, herbs, bread, & walnuts) with a drink $10; Scoop of Persian ice Cream $6
Saturday, June 8 at 5:00 PM
RAIN DATE Sunday, June 9 at 5:00 PM.
Concert Ticket $35 plus Eventbrite Fees; Food, drink, and ice cream purchases are additional.
Persian classical music in the open-air amphitheater at Untermyer Gardens, in this first performance of the 2024 Minnie Untermyer Series.
Founded in 2004, the Saba Ensemble is devoted to preserving and nurturing the exquisite art of Persian Classical Music. This year's performance offers a variety of stage presentations, styles and vocals from Iran as a rich cultural and musical country.
Performing in the Saba Ensemble are: Arieh Aghajani, Santoor; Parisa Karimi, Kamanche; Shahryar Korrori, Tombak & Daf; Hamid Reza Maleki, Oud; Hedayat Shafieei, Tar; and Katayoon Mousazadeh and Majid Khosrow Shahi, Vocals.
The performance promises to be both educational and enchanting, as the musicians will showcase the unique structure of the Dastgahs through their masterful performances. The audience will be transported to a world of intricate melodies and rhythms, where the timeless beauty of Persian music will be on full display. All sales are final.
During the intermission, patrons can indulge in the flavors of Persia with delicious treats available for purchase (advance purchase or cash sales only). Asrooneh plate (watermelon, feta cheese, herbs, bread, & walnuts) with a drink $10; Scoop of Persian ice Cream $6
Saturday, June 8 at 5:00 PM
RAIN DATE Sunday, June 9 at 5:00 PM.
Concert Ticket $35 plus Eventbrite Fees; Food, drink, and ice cream purchases are additional.