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SUMMARY:Struggle\, Resistance\, and Hope: Music by Haitian Composers
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nCrossing Borders Music shares string quartets by Haitian composers in this moving program of resilience\, resistance\, and hope at the International Museum of Surgical Science! \nThe program includes one of the first-ever performances of Incertitudes! and Haiti’s Lecture by Haitian composer Dickens Princivil\, commissioned by Crossing Borders Music after Dickens was kidnapped and released. The program also includes Rudy Perrault’s “Exodus” string quartet dedicated to all people forced to leave their homeland\, “Chrysallis devient papillon” (“Chrysalis Becomes Butterfly”) which is a metaphor for positive transformation by Sabrina CD Jean Louis\, plus hopeful music showing the incredible talents of Haiti’s next generation of musicians\, and more!
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/struggle-resistance-and-hope-music-by-haitian-composers-2/
LOCATION:International Museum of Surgical Science  1524 North Lake Shore Drive Chicago\, IL 60610 United States\, 1524 North Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mourning\, Refuge\, and Unity: String Quartets from the Arab World
DESCRIPTION:This program shares music by composers from the Levant or “Arab World” and the gripping stories behind it. Each piece was selected and published by Palestinian Jordanian Canadian musician Shireen Abu Khader\, who says “In spite of wars and catastrophes\, it is unity that holds people together… Isn’t music a form of this unity?” The program includes “Lao Rahal Soti” (“If My Voice Departs”) by Samih Choukeir\, which emotionally states\, “Even if my voice departs [if I die]\, your voice will remain… bringing together the broken and suffering hearts.”\n\n\nDon’t miss this incredibly moving program of mourning\, refuge\, solace\, and unity.\nFree and open to the public!\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, April 26Time: 3pmVenue: Evanston Public Library\, 1703 Orrington Ave\, Evanston\, IL 60201\n\n\nFree and Open to the Public!\n\n\n\n\nThis program is made possible by the Evanston Arts Council\, with additional support from the Paul M Angell Family Foundation\, the National Endowment for the Arts\, and John R Halligan
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/mourning-refuge-and-unity-string-quartets-from-the-arab-world-2/
LOCATION:Evanston Public Library\, 1703 Orrington Ave\, Evanston\, IL 60201\, 1703 Orrington Ave\, Evanston\, IL 60201\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T173000
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SUMMARY:Mourning\, Refuge\, and Unity: String Quartets from the Arab World
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nHear how Levantine\, or “Arab World\,” composers combine elements of Arab classical music and Western classical music to reflect their identities and tell their unique stories in this string quartet program! Featuring music by Nahla Mattar\, Touffic Succar\, Elie Kallab\, Mahdi Al Mahdi\, Arian Abbas\, and much more! \nDate: Monday\,April 28th\nTime: 5:30 pm\nLocation: Sulzer Regional Library\, Chicago Public Library\, 4455 N Lincoln Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60625\, USA \nThe program is free and open to the public. \nIn collaboration with and support of Dozan World’s efforts to publish music by Levantine composers\, this program highlights new publications in the Dozan World catalog. Learn more at dozanworld.com \n 
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/reflections-of-the-arab-world-composers-program/
LOCATION:Sulzer Regional Library\, Chicago Public Library\,\, 4455 N Lincoln Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
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SUMMARY:Haitian Flag Day Celebration Committee Presents: In a Classical Mood
DESCRIPTION:Crossing Borders Music is proud to be performing at “In a Classical Mood”  presented by the Haitian Flag Day Celebration Committee for an inspiring evening of Haitian classical music\, featuring acclaimed pianist Marianne Parker and a lineup of renowned musicians. This concert highlights the rich legacy of Haitian composers. \nAs an organization dedicated to uplifting the music and stories of underrepresented voices\, Crossing Borders Music has long celebrated Haitian classical music through performance and commissioned several albums of classical music written by the Haitian composer Gifrants. We’re honored to support this event in celebration of Haitian composers past and present. \nDate: Sunday\, May 18th \nTime: Doors open at 5:00PM. Cocktails will be served from 5:15 to 6:45PM. Concert begins at 7:00PM and concludes at 9:00PM. \nVenue: Mirelle’s\, 170 Post Avenue\, Westbury\, NY 11590. \nThis is a general admission event. Seats are limited. Please\, enter your email address when paying. Confirmation of your payment and copy of your ticket will be sent to your email. Your name will be also listed at the door. \nPlease note: No tickets will be sold at the door. Tickets can be purchased online HEREFor ticket information\, email hfdccommittee@gmail.com or call 857-707-6425. \nPlease\, verify that hfdccommittee@gmail.com has sent your ticket(s) after purchase.
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/haitian-flag-day-celebration-committee-presents-in-a-classical-mood/
LOCATION:Mirelle’s Restaurant\, 170 Post Ave\, Westbury\, NY\, New York\, 11590\, United States
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SUMMARY:Voices of the Proud: LGBTQ+ Composers
DESCRIPTION:This Pride Month\, join us to celebrate LGBTQ+ culture with “Voices of the Proud: LGBTQ+ Composers”! The program features the beauty\, love\, grief\, playfulness\, creativity\, and pride of music by LGBT+ composers in music for string quartet. \nDate: Sunday\, 22nd June \nTime: 3pm \nVenue: Harold Washington Library\, 400 S. State Street Chicago\, IL 60605 \nThis program is made possible by Chicago Public Libraries\, the Paul M. Angell Family Foundation\, the National Endowment for the Arts\, the John R. Halligan Charitable Fund\, the Illinois Arts Council\,and the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events \n 
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/voices-of-the-proud-lgbtq-composers/
LOCATION:Harold Washington Library\, Cindy Pritzker Auditorium\, 400 S State St\, United States\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T075443Z
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SUMMARY:Cambodian Music: The Living Tradition
DESCRIPTION:Crossing Borders Music joins the National Cambodian Heritage Museum Traditional Music Ensemble for an amazing fusion of Cambodian and European traditional instruments performing Cambodian classics! \nThe performance features new arrangements made for the Cambodian Day of Remembrance by former Crossing Borders Music violinist Rasa Mahmoudian and overseen by Nisa Pov\, Resident Artist of the Cambodian Museum. Pov provides a short introduction to each piece. \nDate: Sunday\, 29th June \nTime: 3pm \nVenue: Skokie Public Library\, 5215 Oakton St\, Skokie\, IL 60077 \nFree and open to the public! \n 
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/cambodian-music-the-living-tradition-3/
LOCATION:Skokie Public Library\, 5215 Oakton St\, Skokie\, IL\, 60077\, United States
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DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
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UID:3611-1752170400-1752170400@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:Cambodian Music: The Living Tradition
DESCRIPTION:  \nCrossing Borders Music joins the National Cambodian Heritage Museum Traditional Music Ensemble for an amazing fusion of Cambodian and European traditional instruments\, performing Cambodian classics! \nThe performance features new arrangements created for the Cambodian Day of Remembrance by former Crossing Borders Music violinist Rasa Mahmoudian\, overseen by Nisa Pov\, Resident Artist at the Cambodian Museum. Pov provides a short introduction to each piece. \nDate: Thursday\, 10th July \nTime: 6 pm \nVenue: Argyle Night Market\, Argyle\, Chicago\, IL 60640 \nFree and open to the public!
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/cambodian-music-the-living-tradition-4/
LOCATION:Argyle Night Market\, Sheridan and Argyle\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20250815T135834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T161613Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago Composers: The Next Generation at Ear Taxi Festival
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Composers: The Next Generation comes to The Ear Taxi Festival this October! \nThis year’s edition of the festival will highlight over 500 artists in over 50 hours of programming\, including large-scale Anchor Performances\, Composer Showcases\, Taxi Concerts\, and Accent Concerts. \n“Chicago Composers: the Next Generation” celebrates the work of composers in the Crossing Borders Music Young Composers Project. \nIn the project\, youth from music programs in North Lawndale and Garfield Park receive weekly composition lessons and write a piece for the Crossing Borders Music string quartet. Hear their fresh\, new approaches to an age-old genre! \nPlus\, hear music commissioned by Crossing Borders Music of emerging African-American composers including brand new works by Jessica T Carter and more. \nCrossing Borders Music’s Young Composers Project is made possible through support from the Alice M. Ditson Fund of Columbia University\, the Paul M. Angell Family Foundation\, the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events\, the John R. Halligan Charitable Fund\, and the Amphion Foundation.\nCrossing Borders Music acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council.\n  \nDate: Sunday\, October 5\, 2025 \nTime: 2pm – 3pm \nVenue: PianoForte\, 1335 South Michigan Avenue Chicago\, IL\, 60605 United States \n  \nPurchase your tickets HERE!
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/chicago-composers-the-next-generation-at-ear-taxi-festival/
LOCATION:PianoForte\, 1335 South Michigan AvenueChicago\, IL\, 60605United States\, 1335 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20250716T115634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T205559Z
UID:3633-1760194800-1760194800@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:Chicago Composers: The Next Generation
DESCRIPTION:“Chicago Composers: the Next Generation” shares the world premiere performances of composers in the Crossing Borders Music Young Composers Project. In the project\, youth from music programs in North Lawndale and Garfield Park receive weekly composition lessons and write a piece for the Crossing Borders Music string quartet. Hear their fresh\, new approaches to an age-old genre\, plus the world premiere of “Lost and Found” by Jessica T Carter! \nDate: Saturday\, October 11th\nTime: 3 PM\nVenue: Harold Washington Library Center (Grand Lobby)\, 400 S State St\, Chicago\, IL 60605\nFree and open to the public! \nCrossing Borders Music’s Young Composers Project is made possible through support from the Alice M. Ditson Fund of Columbia University\, the Paul M. Angell Family Foundation\, the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events\, the John R. Halligan Charitable Fund\, and the Amphion Foundation.\nCrossing Borders Music acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/chicago-composers-the-next-generation-3/
LOCATION:Harold Washington Library Center (Grand Lobby)\, 400 S State St\, Chicago\, IL 60605\, 400 S State St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T163000
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CREATED:20250826T124222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T143822Z
UID:3678-1760886000-1760891400@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:"Cuerdas y Cuerpos: Afro-Peruvian Culture Meets Western Strings"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable journey where strings and bodies\, histories and rhythms cross borders and build bridges.This interactive event\, presented in partnership with the Center of Peruvian Arts\, shares interactive Afro-Peruvian dance and music\, including the powerful Afro-Peruvian holiday tradition “Hatajo de Negritos\,” as well as a workshop and performance by the dancers of the Center for the Peruvian Arts\, the Crossing Borders Music string quartet\, and acclaimed Peruvian singer Luis Galvez\, interweaving cultural heritage with contemporary cultural dialogue.\n\n\nThis program is presented through the Chicago Cultural Alliance’s “Journey Chicago” month-long cultural celebration.\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Sunday\, October 19\nTime: 3:00 PM -4:30 PM\nVenue: Budlong Woods Branch\, Chicago Public Library.5630 N Lincoln Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60659
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/cuerdas-y-cuerpos-afro-peruvian-culture-meets-western-strings/
LOCATION:Budlong Woods Branch\, Chicago Public Library.5630 N Lincoln Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60659\, Chicago Public Library. 5630 N Lincoln Ave\,\, Chicago\, IL\, 60659
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T094000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T100000
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CREATED:20251031T202025Z
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SUMMARY:ICE Detention Center Performance Preview on WBEZ's "In the Loop with Sasha-Ann Simons"
DESCRIPTION:Tune in to Chicago’s WBEZ to hear members of Crossing Borders Music discuss their upcoming performance at the Broadview ICE detention center!91.5 FM in Chicago and online at wbez.org
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/ice-detention-center-performance-preview-on-wbezs-in-the-loop-with-sasha-ann-simons/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T194909Z
UID:3833-1762182000-1762189200@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:CBM Performance at the Broadview ICE Detention Center
DESCRIPTION:Members of the Crossing Borders Music String Quartet will share some of their favorite musical selections of music by composers from suppressed backgrounds around the world at the Broadview ICE detention center. Since CBM is not allowed to enter the facility\, the musicians will perform just north of the facility on Beach Street\, south of Lexington. Come join us!
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/cbm-performance-at-the-broadview-ice-detention-center/
LOCATION:Broadview Ice Detention Center\, 1930 Beach Street\, Broadview\, IL\, 60155
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20250716T121812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T095601Z
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SUMMARY:Dignity and Hope: String Quartets by Haitian Composers
DESCRIPTION:In response to Haiti’s humanitarian crisis\, Crossing Borders Music shares string quartets by Haitian composers in this moving program of dignity\, resilience\, resistance\, and hope.\nThe program includes Incertitudes! by Haitian composer Dickens Princivil\, commissioned by Crossing Borders Music after Dickens was kidnapped and released. The program also includes Tale from Rudy Perrault’s Exodus string quartet dedicated to all people forced to leave their homeland\, Chrysallis devient papillon (“Chrysalis Becomes Butterfly”) which is a metaphor for positive transformation by Sabrina CD Jean Louis\, the Haitian classic Choucoune\, Daniel Bernard Roumain’s Klap Ur Handz\, and more! \nDate: Thursday\, January 8th\nTime: Complimentary tea and cookies are served at 4:15 PM\, and the music begins at 4:30 PM.\nVenue: Fulton Recital Hall\, Goodspeed Hall\, 4th floor\, 1010 E. 59th St. Chicago\, IL 60637\nFree and Open to the Public! \nThis performance is made possible through support from the University of Chicago\, the Alice M. Ditson Fund of Columbia University\, the Paul M. Angell Family Foundation\, the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events\, the John R. Halligan Charitable Fund\, and the Amphion Foundation. Crossing Borders Music acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council.
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/rooted-haitian-string-trios/
LOCATION:Fulton Recital Hall\, Goodspeed Hall\, 4th floor\, 1010 E. 59th St\, 1010 E. 59th St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260123T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260123T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20260113T183629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T042841Z
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SUMMARY:Liminal Encounters: Counternarratives of Rohingya Refugees
DESCRIPTION:Liminal Encounters: Counternarratives of Rohingya Refugees\, the 3rd Annual Borderlands of Sonic Encounter SymposiumAn International Balzan Prize Project (2023–28) led by Professor Philip V. Bohlman \nThis interdisciplinary symposium brings together scholars\, artists\, and practitioners to explore questions of diaspora\, statelessness\, and borders/borderlands through creative practices and multimedia work centered on Rohingya experiences. \nFriday\, January 23 features panel discussions and a keynote by Tin Mar Oo.🎶 Composer and performer Hamid will participate in symposium events on this day. \nCrossing Borders Music acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council. \nAll events are free and open to the public.
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/liminal-encounters-counternarratives-of-rohingya-refugees/
LOCATION:Franke Institute for the Humanities\, 1100 E 57th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20260120T173259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T042904Z
UID:3922-1769245200-1769266800@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:Liminal Encounters: Counternarratives of Rohingya Refugees
DESCRIPTION:As part of the second day of the “Liminal Encounters: Counternarratives of Rohingya Refugees” symposium (Jan 23-24) Crossing Borders Music string quartet will perform along with musician Hamid Ullah during the day event of panel discussions and a workshop\, also led by Hamid. \nPlease note: this performance is in addition to the evening performance on the 24th\, Liminal Encounters: A Concert of Rohingya Tarana Songs \nThis symposium is primarily organized by students and faculty at the University of Chicago in collaboration with the Rohingya Cultural Center of Chicago. It is cosponsored by the UChicago Committee on Southern Asian Studies\, Crossing Borders Music\, Franke Institute for the Humanities\, International Balzan Foundation\, the UChicago Department of Music\, and the UChicago Department of Race\, Diaspora\, and Indigeneity. Crossing Borders Music acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council. \nDate: Saturday\, January 24th\,2026\nTime: 9 AM – 3 PM\nVenue: Rohingya Culture Center \nAll events are FREE and open to the public
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/liminal-encounters-counternarratives-of-rohingya-refugees-tea-time-concert/
LOCATION:Rohingya Culture Center\, 2740 W Devon Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20260106T181631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T042809Z
UID:3896-1769284800-1769284800@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:Liminal Encounters: A Concert of Rohingya Tarana Songs
DESCRIPTION:This concert forms part of a 2-day symposium (Jan 23-24) entitled “Liminal Encounters: Counternarratives of Rohingya Refugees.” It is primarily organized by students and faculty at the University of Chicago in collaboration with the Rohingya Cultural Center of Chicago. It is cosponsored by the UChicago Committee on Southern Asian Studies\, Crossing Borders Music\, Franke Institute for the Humanities\, International Balzan Foundation\, the UChicago Department of Music\, and the UChicago Department of Race\, Diaspora\, and Indigeneity.\nCrossing Borders Music acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council. \nDate: Saturday\, January 24th\,2026\nTime: 8 PM\nVenue: Bramble Arts Loft 5545 N Clark St 2nd Floor\, Chicago\, IL 60640 \nFree and open to the public! \nRSVP FOR TICKETS! tinyurl.com/liminalencounters
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/liminal-encounters-a-concert-of-rohingya-tarana-songs/
LOCATION:Bramble Arts Loft\, 5545 N Clark St\, 2nd Floor\, Chicago\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T111000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T111000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20251107T062846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T080302Z
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SUMMARY:Streamable Learning: Celebrating Black Trailblazers
DESCRIPTION:Crossing Borders Music celebrates Black trailblazers through this richly interactive\, one-of-a-kind music program. Through interactive dialogue and guided listening\, students will hear the stories of Jean-Baptiste Pointe DuSable\, Florence Price\, Rosa Parks\, and more come to life through music for string quartet by African-American composers. \nThis educational livestream is geared towards students in grades 4-8 and is open to all Streamable Learning subscribers. Registration is required.\n\nDate: Friday\, Feb 6th\nTime: 11:10 AM Central time \nLearn more or sign up for a free trial at https://new.streamablelearning.com/
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/celebrating-black-trailblazers/
LOCATION:WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20250722T083302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T072332Z
UID:3646-1771615800-1771621200@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:From Exile: Stories and Music of Hope
DESCRIPTION:At a time when an unprecedented 100+ million people have been forced from their homes worldwide\, the Ashland Chamber Music Society presents From Exile: Stories and Music of Hope\, a string quartet program of musical stories of hope from immigrant and refugee communities. Fleeing oppression and violence\, newcomers are too often scapegoated by the local population in their new homes. In response\, the Crossing Borders Music String Quartet will share music of hope and solidarity from displaced people including Haitians\, Palestinians\, Syrians\, Peruvians\, and the Rohingya from Myanmar. \nThe program includes the International Refugees Anthem\, the official Olympic anthem for refugees worldwide\, by Syrian musician and refugee Arian Abbas and arranged by Rasa Mahmoudian. Tale from Haitian composer Rudy Perrault’s Exodus string quartet tells through music the story of Haitians forced from their homeland\, making a dangerous journey in hopes of safety and a better life for the next generation. The melodious strands of “Champa Battambang” (“The Flower of Battambang”) by Cambodian legend Sinn Sisamouth\, have become an unofficial anthem for Cambodian refugees in the US\, capturing sweet nostalgia mixed with melancholy longing. The Peruvian song of reminiscence “Todos Vuelven” (“Everybody Returns”)\, the musical immigrant’s journey Immigrés I by Jordanian/Colombian composer Tarek Younis\, Tango Al Maaboor by Ellie Kalab written after Kalab was forced to flee his Al Maaboor neighborhood in Lebanon\, and brand new Crossing Borders Music arrangements of original songs by Rohingya refugees in refugee camps capture a wide variety of musical perspectives on displacement. Klap Ur Handz by Daniel Bernard Roumain reminds us that a more just world requires action from everyone. \nDate: Friday\, 20th February\nTime: 7:30 PM\nVenue: United Presbyterian-Congregational Church\, 214 Vaughn Avenue\, Ashland WI\nTicket price:  $15 at the door (free for all students).
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/notes-of-legacy-african-american-composers-across-eras/
LOCATION:United Presbyterian-Congregational Church\, 214 Vaughn Avenue\, Ashland WI\, United Presbyterian-Congregational Church\, 214 Vaughn Avenue\, Ashland\, WI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20251118T105618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T100208Z
UID:3878-1772974800-1772974800@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:From Exile: Stories and Music of Hope
DESCRIPTION:Crossing Borders Music shares musical stories of hope from diaspora communities in the US and around the world. Featuring string quartet music of displacement and resilience of African Americans\, Cambodians\, Haitians\, Palestinians\, and Peruvians. \n\nAt a time when an unprecedented 100+ million people have been forced from their homes worldwide\, the United Church of Granville presents From Exile: Stories and Music of Hope\, a string quartet program of musical stories of hope from immigrant and refugee communities. Fleeing oppression and violence\, newcomers are too often scapegoated by the local population in their new homes. In response\, the Crossing Borders Music String Quartet will share music of hope and solidarity from displaced people including Haitians\, Palestinians\, Syrians\, Peruvians\, and the Rohingya from Myanmar. \nThe program includes the International Refugees Anthem – the official Olympic anthem for refugees worldwide – by Syrian musician and refugee Arian Abbas and arranged by Rasa Mahmoudian. Tale from Haitian composer Rudy Perrault’s Exodus string quartet tells through music the story of Haitians forced from their homeland\, making a dangerous journey in hopes of safety and a better life for the next generation. The melodious strands of “Champa Battambang” (“The Flower of Battambang”) by Cambodian legend Sinn Sisamouth\, have become an unofficial anthem for Cambodian refugees in the US\, capturing sweet nostalgia mixed with melancholy longing. The Peruvian song of reminiscence “Todos Vuelven” (“Everybody Returns”)\, the musical immigrant’s journey Immigrés I by Jordanian/Colombian composer Tarek Younis\, Tango Al Maaboor by Ellie Kalab written after Kalab was forced to flee his Al Maaboor neighborhood in Lebanon\, and brand new Crossing Borders Music arrangements of original songs by Rohingya refugees in refugee camps capture a wide variety of musical perspectives on displacement. Klap Ur Handz by Daniel Bernard Roumain reminds us that a more just world requires action from everyone. \nDate: Sunday\, March 8th\nTime: 1 PM\nVenue:  United Church of Granville\, 115 W Broadway\, Granville\, OH 43023\nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/from-exile-stories-and-music-of-hope/
LOCATION:United Church of Granville\, 115 W Broadway\, Granville\, OH 43023\, 115 W Broadway\, Granville\, OH\, 43023
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20260313T094037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T094037Z
UID:3992-1774641600-1774641600@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:Love\, Suffering\, and Hope in Exile: Rohingya Music Livestream
DESCRIPTION:Join Rohingya musicians from the Rohingya refugee camps in Bangladesh\, diaspora Rohingya community members\, music scholar Tomal Hossain\, and Crossing Borders Music as we enjoy Rohingya music and discuss how it reflects the community and serves as a tool that fights oppression and erasure.  \nThis event is supported in part by a grant from Illinois Humanities. \nDate: Friday\, March 27\nTime: 8PM (Central)\nLive on the CBM YouTube and Facebook channels
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/love-suffering-and-hope-in-exile-rohingya-music-livestream/
LOCATION:WI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20251111T162219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T103130Z
UID:3861-1776006000-1776006000@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:Songs of Peru with Luis Gálvez
DESCRIPTION:Honor and celebrate Peru through its songs\, dances\, and instrumental music as the Crossing Borders Music String Quartet is joined by special guest Peruvian tenor Luis Galvez! Luis sings favorite songs including the original version of “El condor pasa” by Daniel Alomía Robles and “La flor de la canela” (“The Cinnamon Flower”) by Chabuca Granda. Hear also “Manaña cuando me vaya” (“When I Leave Tomorrow”)\, the Afro-Peruvian Christmas dance Hatajo de Negritos\, the Andean Passacalle “El Huascarán\,” the Danza Peruana No. 8 by Armando Guevara Ochoa\, and more! \nThis event is supported in part by a grant from the Evanston Arts Council. \nDate: Sunday\, April 12\nTime: 3 PM\nVenue: Evanston Public Library\,1703 Orrington Ave\, Evanston\, IL 60201\nFree and open to the public! \nThis event is made possible in part through support from the Paul M Angell Family Foundation\, the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events\, Americans for the Arts\, the John R. Halligan Fund\, Chamber Music America\, and the Alice M. Ditson Fund. Crossing Borders Music acknowledges the support of the Illinois Arts Council.
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/songs-of-peru-with-luis-galvez-3/
LOCATION:Evanston Public Library\,1703 Orrington Ave\, Evanston\, IL 60201\,\, Evanston Public Library\,1703 Orrington Ave\,\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20251022T080327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T104223Z
UID:3815-1777816800-1777820400@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:Cambodian Music: The Living Tradition
DESCRIPTION:Crossing Borders Music is honored to have been invited by the National Cambodian Heritage Museum to create a one-of-a-kind fusion of traditional Cambodian music with European classical instruments and Cambodian traditional instruments. \nThis unique performance brings together the Cambodian Museum Traditional Music Ensemble and Crossing Borders Music musicians\, performing newly arranged Cambodian classics. \nThese special arrangements\, crafted by former Crossing Borders Music violinist Rasa Mahmoudian under the guidance of Cambodian Museum Resident Artist Nisa Pov\, debuted at the 2021 Cambodian Day of Remembrance and accompanied Cambodian storytellers. For each piece\, Pov provides insightful introductions\, enriching the audience’s experience of this unique cultural collaboration. \nDate: Sunday\, May 3rd\nTime: 2-3pm\nVenue: Lincolnwood Public Library\, 4000 W Pratt Ave\, Lincolnwood\, IL 60712\nFree and open to the public! \nThis event is made possible in part through support from the Paul M Angell Family Foundation\, the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events\, Americans for the Arts\, the John R. Halligan Fund\, Chamber Music America\, and the Alice M. Ditson Fund. Crossing Borders Music acknowledges the support of the Illinois Arts Council.
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/cambodian-music-the-living-tradition-5/
LOCATION:Lincolnwood Public Library\, 4000 W Pratt Ave\, Lincolnwood\, IL 60712\, 4000 W Pratt Ave Linconwood\, Chicago\, IL\, 60712
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20260303T164924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T104259Z
UID:3978-1778338800-1778338800@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:Freedom and Dignity: Haitian Flag Day
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Haitian Flag Day\, join us to celebrate Haitian freedom and dignity with string quartet music by Haitian composers. Enjoy the Trio à Rosemène by trailblazing\, early twentieth-century Haitian composer Werner Jaegerhuber\, who combined Haitian folk melodies and Western compositional techniques to create a style all his own. Originally written for the Borromeo String Quartet\, Jean “Rudy” Perrault’s Exodus String Quartet is dedicated to all people forced from their homelands. \nHaitian-American composer Gifrant’s Rara Kout Dlo Cho\, Kout Dlo Frèt captures the spirit of Haitian rara\, a lively harvest-time musical processional. Incertitudes! was commissioned of Dickens Princivil by Crossing Borders Music in 2023. Written after Princivil was kidnapped and released\, the music honors the experiences of Haitians whose lives have been touched by political insecurity. Finally\, “Klap Ur Handz” from Daniel Bernard Roumain’s String Quartet #5 (Rosa Parks) reminds us of the power of joy and collective action on the path to justice. \nDate: Saturday\, May 9\nTime: 3 PM\nVenue: Harold Washington Library Center – Grand Lobby\nFree and Open to the Public \nThis event is made possible in part through support from the Paul M Angell Family Foundation\, the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events\, Americans for the Arts\, the John R. Halligan Fund\, Chamber Music America\, and the Alice M. Ditson Fund. Crossing Borders Music acknowledges the support of the Illinois Arts Council.
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/freedom-and-dignity-haitian-flag-day/
LOCATION:Harold Washington Library Center (Grand Lobby)\, 400 S State St\, Chicago\, IL 60605\, 400 S State St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20260303T174110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T100313Z
UID:3982-1779037200-1779051600@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:Celebrating Haitian Flag Day: In A Classical Mood
DESCRIPTION:The Haitian Flag Day Celebration Committee (HFDCC) is proud to present its second annual concert of Haitian classical music. \nProfessor Emeritus Claude Dauphin will present an overview of the state of Haitian classical music from past to present.  \nSeveral pieces of notorious Haitian composers such as Werner Jaëgerhuber\, Ludovic Lamothe\, Edmond Saintonge\, Emile Desamours\, Daniel Bernard Roumain and Gifrants will be performed by string quartet of Crossing Borders Music \nDate: Sunday\, May 17\nTime: 5pm: Cocktails\, 7pm-9 pm: Concert\nVenue: Mirelle’s\, 170 Post Avenue\, Westbury NY 11590\nTicket price:$ 65 per person Group of 5: $ 300 | Starting April 1\, 2026 $75 per person Group of 5: $ 350 \nAdmission until March 31\, 2026\nInfo: 857.707.6425\nhfdccommittee@gmail.com\nPurchase tickets HERE
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/celebrating-haitian-flag-day-in-a-classical-mood/
LOCATION:Mirelle’s\, 170 Post Avenue\, Westbury NY 11590\, 170 Post Avenue\,\, Westbury NY\, New York\, 11590
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20251111T163926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T104443Z
UID:3866-1779130800-1779130800@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:Crossing Borders Music: Haitian Flag Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Crossing Borders Music: Haitian Flag Day Celebration\nThe Chicago-based string quartet celebrates Haitian Music \nOn Haitian Flag Day\, join us to celebrate Haitian freedom and dignity with string chamber music by Haitian composers. Enjoy theTrio à Rosemène by trailblazing\, early twentieth-century Haitian composer Werner Jaegerhuber\, who combined Haitian folk melodies and Western compositional techniques to create a style all his own. Originally written for the Borromeo String Quartet\, Jean “Rudy” Perrault’s Exodus String Quartet is dedicated to all people forced from their homelands. Haitian-American composer Gifrant’s Rara Kout Dlo Cho\, Kout Dlo Frèt captures the spirit of Haitian rara\, a lively harvest-time musical processional. Incertitudes! was commissioned of Dickens Princivil by Crossing Borders Music in 2023. Written after Princivil was kidnapped and released\, the music honors the experiences of Haitians whose lives have been touched by political insecurity. Finally\, “Klap Ur Handz” from Daniel Bernard Roumain’s String Quartet #5 (Rosa Parks) reminds us of the power of joy and collective action on the path to justice. \nRegistration will open to the public one month before the event. Tickets are free. Email music@as-coa.org with any questions. \nAmericas Society members can register at any time and enjoy early and reserved seating at the event. Not a member? Join today! Contact membership@as-coa.org for more info. \nProgram\nWerner Jaegerhuber (1900–1953): Trio à Rosemène\nJean “Rudy” Perrault: Exodus String Quartet\nGifrants (b. 1957): Rara Kout Dlo Cho\, Kout Dlo Frèt\nDickens Princivil (b. 1961): Incertitudes!\nDaniel Bernard Roumain (b. 1971): “Klap Ur Handz” from String Quartet #5 (Rosa Parks) \nDate: Monday\, May 18th\nTime: 7 PM ET\nVenue: Americas Society\, 680 Park Avenue\, New York \nThis event is made possible in part through support from the Paul M Angell Family Foundation\, the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events\, Americans for the Arts\, the John R. Halligan Fund\, Chamber Music America\, and the Alice M. Ditson Fund. Crossing Borders Music acknowledges the support of the Illinois Arts Council.
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/crossing-borders-music-haitian-flag-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Americas Society\, 680 Park Avenue\,\, Americas Society\, 680 Park Avenue\,\, New York\, New York\, 10065
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T131000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T131000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20251107T063425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T080001Z
UID:3847-1779801000-1779801000@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:Streamable Learning: Stories and Music of Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Crossing Borders Music celebrates musical stories of resilience through music by composers from around the world. This unique string quartet program features music by composers from Uganda\, Argentina\, the Soviet Union\, the Chickasaw Nation\, Taiwan\, and the US. Each piece shares a unique story of resilience\, whether in the face of personal loss\, political oppression\, or other people’s incorrect assumptions! \nThis educational livestream is geared towards students in grades 4-8 and is open to all Streamable Learning subscribers. Registration is required. \nDate: Tuesday\, May 26th\nTime: 1:10 PM Central time \nLearn more or sign up for a free trial at https://new.streamablelearning.com/
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/stories-and-music-of-resilience-4/
LOCATION:WI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20260327T215453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T215453Z
UID:3998-1780236000-1780236000@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:"Courage\, Faith\, and Love: Rohingya Music in Exile"
DESCRIPTION:The Crossing Borders Music String Quartet shares brand-new arrangements of Rohingya music and its stories of courage\, faith\, and love in exile. Developed after a month of field work in the Rohingya refugee camps of Cox’s Bazar\, Bangladesh – the world’s largest – this program shares the melodies\, hope\, and humanity of Rohingya musicians who are the keepers of their people’s stories and cultural legacy. Transcend physical distance with a program that helps everyone “see the Rohingya with our hearts” and celebrates our shared humanity. \nDate: Sunday\, May 31st\nTime: 2 PM\nVenue: Harold Washington Library\, Grand Lobby\nFree and open to the public! \nAccessibility:\nNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. \nThis event is made possible in part through support from the Paul M Angell Family Foundation\, the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events\, Americans for the Arts\, the John R. Halligan Fund\, Chamber Music America\, and the Alice M. Ditson Fund. Crossing Borders Music acknowledges the support of the Illinois Arts Council.
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/courage-faith-and-love-rohingya-music-in-exile-2/
LOCATION:Harold Washington Library Center (Grand Lobby)\, 400 S State St\, Chicago\, IL 60605\, 400 S State St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T131000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T131000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20251107T063833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T075852Z
UID:3851-1780665000-1780665000@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:Streamable Learning: What Makes Music So Special?: Windows and Mirrors
DESCRIPTION:What makes your favorite music “special”? Is it the music itself? The memory of when you first heard it? The way it relates to your life? How do our backgrounds affect how we hear music? How can music help us relate to others? In this unique program\, we’ll hear “special” music by composers from Colombia\, Haiti\, Scotland\, and the U.S. and learn how it reflects us and helps us understand others. \nThis educational livestream is geared towards students in grades 4-8 and is open to all Streamable Learning subscribers. Registration is required.\n\nDate: Friday\, June 5th\nTime: 1:10 PM Central time \nLearn more or sign up for a free trial at https://new.streamablelearning.com/
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/what-makes-music-so-special-windows-and-mirrors/
LOCATION:WI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122610
CREATED:20260217T083748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T164408Z
UID:3943-1782658800-1782658800@crossingbordersmusic.org
SUMMARY:Courage\, Faith\, and Love: Rohingya Music in Exile
DESCRIPTION:The Crossing Borders Music String Quartet shares brand-new arrangements of Rohingya music and its stories of courage\, faith\, and love in exile. \nDeveloped after a month of field work in the Rohingya refugee camps of Cox’s Bazar\, Bangladesh – the world’s largest – this program shares the melodies\, hope\, and humanity of Rohingya musicians who are the keepers of their people’s stories and cultural legacy. Transcend physical distance with a program that helps everyone “see the Rohingya with our hearts” and celebrates our shared humanity. \nDate: Sunday\, June 28th\nTime: 3 PM\nVenue: Skokie Public Library\,5215 Oakton St\, Skokie\, IL 60077
URL:https://crossingbordersmusic.org/event/courage-faith-and-love-rohingya-music-in-exile/
LOCATION:Skokie Public Library\,5215 Oakton St\, Skokie\, IL 60077\, Skokie Public Library\, 5215 Oakton St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60077
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