Orphalese 101

Orphalese 101, a concert of exhilarating traditional music by the Andalus Arabic Choir and soprano Ghada Daher-Elmowy, takes you on a magical journey from the Middle-East to Andalusia. It is where vocals and music create counterpoints to indulge you in Tarab, a euphoric state of enjoyment.

Khalil Gibran (1883-1931), was an American-Lebanese immigrant torn between two worlds, preaching mystical love, kindness, living life fully, and "do not love half lovers". Orphalese 101 follows success from last year's event with a new repertoire. It is our promise to vivify Sydney’s musical nightlife with captivating rhythms, nostalgic melodies and exotic airs to transport you to a dream of an oriental midsummer night.

Orphalese 101 is both a homage to the Lebanese-American author and icon of Arab modern culture Gibran Kahlil Gibran, and a wonderful display of Andalus and Arabic music from all around the Arabic speaking land. The concert duration is 120 min, two sets with intermission. It includes songs from his publications and short poetry readings in Arabic and English in addition to classic songs in various Arabic dialects. Dr Noel Elmowy (Musical Director) proudly features the sublime musical talents of musicians: Catherine Azzi, Charbel Azzi, Christopher Soulos, Mustafa Al Tayar, Mohamed Lelo, Nasser Selimi, Raphael Alwan, Stuart Vandegraaff and Phillip Elmowy.

The Andalus Arabic Choir is a multicultural non-profit organisation reflecting the love of Arabic and Andalusian music showcasing our rich music and culture. Orphalese 101 is a testimony of our commitment to present the classical Arabic music with the finest musicians in the best style and spectacular setting.

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This cultural event is supported/cosponsored by the Discipline of Arabic Language and Cultures, The University of Sydney.