About this Event
Following the success of our first sellout genre-bending night of new music, Dewey Decibels is back! A night of eclectic acts at Exeter Library, co-produced by Obvious Events, and hosted by Chris & Frazer. June features the English-Egyptian folk duo Tamsin Elliott & Tarek Elazhary. Plus other fantastic local acts TBA
Tamsin Elliott is a multi-instrumentalist, composer and film-maker based in Bristol . Her critically acclaimed debut solo album ‘FREY’ is out now on Penny Fiddle Records.
Tarek Elazhary is an Egyptian educator and composer seeking to preserve the musical heritage of the Middle East, while exploring its place within a contemporary context. The co-founder of instrumental band Dokkan, blending eastern influences with contemporary western instrumentation.
Exploring the parallels and celebrating the idiosyncrasies of both Egyptian and English folk traditions, Elliott and Elazhary aim to find commonality, foster cross-cultural connection and help to heal the scars of a colonial past throug meaningful and conscious collaboration. With a blend of instruments incliding lever harp, accordion, whistles and Arabic oud.
"Breathtaking and memorable... Tamsin and Tarek have created a worthy addition to the musical canons of both cultures." - Folk Radio UK
"They’re one of this year’s best-kept secrets” - TradFolk
Obvious Events is an events promotion company run by young people with the goal to support young people. Music is a huge part of our community and of young peoples lives and it is our joy to give young people opportunities to shine and share their diverse music tastes and creations with the world!
Tickets are £7.00 or £5.00 for any self selecting concessions. There will be a bar with soft drinks and alcohol avaliable.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Exeter Library, Castle Street, Exeter, United Kingdom
GBP 3.50 to GBP 7.00
