Music in-Takht: Nile Vibes, Ancient Roots, and Modern Grooves

Dive into the world of Egyptian instrumental music with Music in-Takht, the Bay Area’s premier Egyptian heritage ensemble, as the musicians explore melodies ranging from Egyptian classical music to contemporary Egyptian grooves.

The musicians are:
Violinist and Music Director: Basma Edrees
Oud: Matthew Wright
Nay: Seif Ibrahim
Egyptian percussion and Drumset: Mohamed Abdelradi
Egyptian percussion: Loay Dahbour
Bass: Ernesto Mazar Kindelan
Keyboards: Daniel Filip

CONCERT COST: Ticket prices are $20 to $28 (plus an online service fee of about $2.00), depending on when you buy them. The Early Bird price of $20 is available through March 31. I also request a one dollar donation from Meetup RSVPers who can afford it, to defray the hefty fees that Meetup charges me as lead organizer.

TICKETS/SEATING: Buy your own tickets. General admission seating.

TICKET LINK, video, and more info about the musicians: https://www.sfiaf.org/2025_music_in-takht

WHEN/WHERE TO MEET: Meet inside the Community Music Center at 544 Capp Street by 6:00 p.m. so we can increase our chances of getting seats together. The show starts at 6:30 p.m. and I expect it to consist of two sets, ending at about 8:15 p.m.

HOW TO FIND ME: I'm WF, 5 feet tall, in my 60s, with short salt-and-pepper hair and glasses. I'll send my mobile number to RSVPers prior to the show.

TRANSIT/LOCATION: Located south of Mission Street, between 20th and 21st Street, a convenient walk from 24th Street BART and Mission Street bus lines. If you're driving, allow extra time for street parking.

STILL TBD: Whether to do dinner AFTER the concert. Stay tuned!