An Evening of Arabic Songs & Music w/ Selima Terras & Maine Takht Ensemble

Tunisian singer-songwriter, Selima Terras is joined by the Maine Takht Ensemble for an enchanting concert celebrating Arabic music. Expect songs from the repertoire of the legendary Lebanese singer, Fairouz, as well as traditional instrumental pieces from Egypt, Lebanon, and Syria. 

Throughout the years, Selima Terras developed a versatile artistic identity that allowed her to spread her voice across borders and cultures. She began her musical journey as a classically trained pianist and joined the conservatory of El Manar in Tunis where she studied Arab music theory. Later, she joined the orchestra as a choir member and then as a cellist. Her secondary education continued at the African Leadership Academy in Johannesburg. She is currently a sophomore at Bowdoin College.

Maine Takht Ensemble performs classical, art, and folk music from the Arab World on instruments that make up the traditional chamber ensemble of Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, and Palestine known as a Takht. The group members are Eric LaPerna (riqq, darbouka, and nay); Nathan Kolosko (oud); Duncan Hardy (qanun); and Mary Hunter on the violin.

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Friday, March 22, 7:00 PM (doors 6:30 PM), 75-minutes with an intermission

Tickets are available for $15 in advance, $18 at the door, and $22 for preferred seating (pay-what-you-can available)

MORE ABOUT THE ARTIST

Selima Terras uses her passion for music to write theme songs for organizations such as Tounes Alwen (Colorful Tunisia) or the South African Ideas Festival for which she has composed and recorded two original songs. Selima's dedication extends to her active engagement with 88 International, an organization focused on music, social inclusion, and transformation for youth in Tunisia, Senegal, and Saint Martin. She shared her profound passion for songwriting by mentoring 20 creativity trainers, leading them in the craft of creating their distinct compositions.  She is currently a sophomore at Bowdoin College in Maine where she studies anthropology, environmental studies, and music composition. She was a cellist and singer at the Bowdoin Middle Eastern Ensemble. Currently, she hosts a weekly radio show on WBOR called “Radio Habibi” where she curates and analyzes independent Arab music.

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No one will be turned away for lack of funds; contact MSA at 207-879-4629 or info@mayostreetarts.org to take advantage of pay-what-you-can admission.

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