Persian Jazz Night 2025: A Night of Contemporary Iranian Jazz in London
Join us at Rich Mix, London, on Saturday 22 November for the second edition of Persian Jazz Night, part of the London Jazz Festival, and experience a vibrant evening celebrating Iranian culture through the lens of contemporary jazz.
ARIN KESHISHI QUINTET
Led by bassist and composer Arin Keshishi, an Armenian musician from Iran now based in Amsterdam, the quintet blends the rich musical traditions of Armenia and Iran to create a fresh, unique sound. His debut album, Self-Reflection, is a compelling portrait of his personal and cultural journey. Alongside Arin, world-class musicians from Europe and Iran contribute their mastery to the ensemble, delivering an unforgettable performance.
Line-up: Arin Keshishi (Bass), Delaram Kafashzadeh (Voice), Roberto Nieva (Alto Saxophone), Xavi Torres (Piano), Shayan Fathi (Drums)
KOUROSH KANANI DUO
Drawing on Kourosh Kanani’s Iranian-Azeri heritage and his deep command of South Indian rhythm, the duo creates a soundscape that is both rooted in tradition and boldly contemporary. Presenting music from their forthcoming third album, Gisu, they combine virtuosic guitar with electronically infused drums for a performance that is innovative, dynamic, and utterly captivating. A truly unmissable opening to the night.
Line-up: Kourosh Kanani (Guitar), Matt Davies (Drums)
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