Chords of courage: A musical evening exploring war and healing

Join us for a remarkable live performance featuring the Yemeni pianist, Saber Bamatraf, whose moving compositions draw from his deep personal experiences as a war refugee from Yemen now residing in Scotland. Saber will be accompanied by the talented Phil Westwell (uilleann pipes, flute and whistle) and Katherine Campbell (cello).

This unique concert will showcase a repertoire that not only reflects Saber’s journey through the adversities of war but also his transformative path towards hope and resilience. The musical evening promises to be a soul-stirring exploration of the themes that are as universal as they are personal.

Following the performance, you will have the exclusive opportunity to participate in a Q&A session with Saber Bamatraf himself and a panel of music and war experts with Dr Consuelo Martino (University of Edinburgh), Dr Francesca Modini (University of Warwick) and Dr Morag Grant (University of Edinburgh). This discussion will delve deeper into the role of music and art in coping with and understanding the complexities of war and forced displacement.

Tickets are free - register at Eventbrite.