World Music in Lynn: Featuring Walid Zairi & Talween

Date/Time
Date(s) - 08/30/2025
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Lynn Common
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Cost:
Free USD
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https://accessculture.org
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Organization:
Access Culture
LYNN, MA
Access Culture presents top class outdoor world music concerts – featuring Walid Zairi & Talween in Lynn
Access Culture proudly presents the 2025 World Music Concert Series, featuring highest caliber music from around the globe -provided in outdoor spaces, free, for the enjoyment of all.
This concert, held at Lynn Commons, features the exhilarating global fusion of Walid Zairi & Talween—a masterful ensemble of international musicians pushing the boundaries of sound and tradition.
Led by Tunisian oud virtuoso and composer Walid Zairi, Talween (Arabic for “coloring”) brings to life a vibrant tapestry of World Jazz, weaving together Arabic classical music, African rhythms, and contemporary improvisation. With breathtaking original compositions, the group invites you on a sonic journey where the ancient soul of the oud meets modern jazz and Afro-fusion energy.
The ensemble includes:
- Walid Zairi – Oud & Composition
- Ken Hiatt – Accordion, blending Balkan, Brazilian, and jazz influences
- Fabio Pirozzolo – Percussion & Drums, an Italian master of global rhythms
These artists have performed at venues such as the Kennedy Center, Town Hall NYC, Lowell Folk Festival, and with world-renowned musicians like Simon Shaheen and Lamine Touré.
Expect mesmerizing melodies, high-energy improvisation, and a celebration of cultural artistry under the open sky.
- Seats available. Bring water and a picnic.
- Perfect for music lovers, culture seekers, and community members of all ages.
- Easily accessible by public transportation | Free parking nearby
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