Strings of Solace: Mohamed Assani Quartet at the Ismaili Centre
vancouver

"The way Mohamed Assani has manipulated, caressed and amalgamated so many different styles under the watchful rule of his sitar playing is nothing short of mesmeric.”
– Vinyl Chapters

“This music is nothing short of bewitching. It surprises, delights and leaves the listener lifted, overwhelmed yet strangely calm. Not only can I understand how people are bewitched by this music, I might be myself.”
— Jazz Views 

The Mohamed Assani Quartet pushes the boundaries of music-making while deeply honoring the rich traditions of classical music. Led by Mohamed Assani, a two-time Western Canadian Music Award nominee for Instrumental Music, the Quartet delivers a genre-defying sound that blends diverse musical landscapes with authenticity and emotional depth. Assani, a dynamic performer and composer, has captivated audiences worldwide through collaborations with orchestras, string quartets, hip-hop artists, DJs, world music ensembles, jazz musicians, and as a soloist. His unique training in Indian, Pakistani, and Western music culminates in the unique crafting of a truly cross-cultural experience.

Joining Assani are the exceptional musicians JeanSe Le Doujet (Electric Bass), Randall Stoll (drum kit), and Gurdit Singh (tabla). Together, the Quartet crafts a performance that is both virtuosic and deeply expressive, taking audiences on a captivating musical journey. Their seamless communication and powerful stage presence ensure a memorable experience each time they perform.

Set within the captivating design of Ismaili Centre Vancouver’s Social Hall, soak in the intentionally crafted domes, geometries, and calligraphies which inform the Islamic Architecture of the venue. Witness the soundscape spun by the Quartet fill the hall, awakening its magic.