Collaborations

KAôS is a collective of artists from Taiwan, Iran, and Portugal that blends traditional and contemporary folk music from around the world. Ni Jui Hsin (Ray) brings the vibrant Japanese sound of the Tsugaru shamisen, Sara Majidi Nejad shares Persian influences through the Qanun, and João Luís contributes eclectic percussion inspired by community-focused collaboration. Together, they reinterpret ancient melodies through innovative arrangements, storytelling, and multilingual expression. Diversity and inclusion are central to KAôS’s ethos. By integrating elements of Persian, Japanese, and Portuguese traditions, the band creates a transcultural experience that bridges global perspectives. Through storytelling and audience engagement, KAôS fosters connections across cultural boundaries, celebrating shared human experiences while honoring each artist's heritage. Ni Jui Hsin - tsugaru shamisen Sara Majidi Nejad - qanun João Luís - percussions

Sayan is a dynamic musical duo blending the rich traditions of Persian music with a global perspective. The duo features Khashayar Eshkevari, a skilled Kamanche and Kamanche alto player, and Sara Majidi Nejad, a versatile Qanun and Piano performer. Both originally from Iran, Khashayar and Sara are passionate about preserving their musical heritage while exploring new dimensions through improvisation and collaboration. Together as Sayan, Khashayar and Sara create a unique sound that honors their Persian roots while embracing a broader, global outlook.

Hawraman Music Group brings musicians together around the living musical traditions of Hawraman and the wider Kurdish community. Led by vocalist Farzad Mehdi Nia, the ensemble connects voice with instruments including Santur, Qanun, Kamancheh, Daf, percussion and Bass Tar.

The Persians is an ensemble of Iranian multi-instrumentalists based in Helsinki, blending Iranian musical traditions with influences from neighboring regions and Western classical music. Their repertoire includes original compositions and improvisation-based works, highlighting the central role of improvisation in Iranian music.