Enjoy world music from the Vancouver Inter-cultural Orchestra live on the Roedde House porch!

Join us on Thursday August 14 at 7pm for a performance of Uzbek Traditional Music by Vancouver Inter-cultural Orchestra featuring: Ravshan Tukhtamishev & Khurshida Djuraeva.

The performers will be on the side porch of Roedde House Museum which faces the lawn space of Barclay Heritage Square Park. Donations collected will go towards the continuation of our programming and directly supports the artists we engage.

MORE ABOUT THE FEATURED ENSEMBLE

Ravshan Tukhtamishev is a dynamic and innovative artist whose work spans a wide spectrum of musical genres—from traditional Uzbek music to contemporary academic compositions. A master of the chang, Ravshan has expanded the technical and expressive boundaries of the instrument, introducing new playing techniques and sonic textures that have redefined its role in modern performance.
His creative vision and musical versatility have been showcased in numerous performances, particularly through his ongoing collaboration with the acclaimed Omnibus Ensemble, with whom he has taken part in several international festivals.
Through these endeavors, Tukhtamishev continues to bridge cultural traditions with forward-thinking artistry—creating a space where heritage and innovation coexist in harmony.

Khurshida Djuraeva is a traditional Uzbek vocalist. She began her artistic journey with the children’s folklore group Tomosha and graduated from the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan, specializing in traditional vocal performance. She has mastered classical styles such as Shashmaqom and Uzbek folk music.
She is a recipient of several prestigious state awards, including the “Nihol” State Award.
Khurshida continues to enrich Uzbek music through her performances and original compositions in both traditional and contemporary national genres.

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