Bato Festival 2026
Kayhan Kalhor & Erdal Erzincan

Richmond Hill Centre of the Performing Arts

Persian & Turkish Improvisations - Kayhan Kalhor & Erdal Erzincan

Experience an extraordinary evening where the timeless musical traditions of Persia and Anatolia come together through the artistry of two internationally acclaimed masters.

Grammy Award-winning Iranian kamancheh virtuoso Kayhan Kalhor joins legendary Turkish bağlama master Erdal Erzincan for a rare performance celebrating cultural dialogue through music. Together, they create an unforgettable musical conversation that transcends borders, languages, and generations.

Rooted in the ancient modal traditions shared by Persian and Ottoman music, their performance is built on the art of improvisation, where every melody is born in the moment. Delicate, meditative passages intertwine with powerful rhythmic exchanges, creating an immersive journey that is both deeply emotional and spiritually uplifting.

Praised by The Washington Post for bringing “a sense of the eternal with every note they played,” Kalhor and Erzincan have captivated audiences across the globe with performances that honor centuries of tradition while speaking to contemporary audiences.

More than a concert, this is a celebration of shared heritage, artistic excellence, and the universal language of music, perfectly reflecting the spirit of BaTo Festival, where cultures connect and communities come together through the arts.

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