Ariana Vafadari at the Kay Meek

Friday, Apr 24, 2026
8:00 PM – 9:15 PM

Performance will take place in the McEwen Theatre at the Kay Meek

More Than a Concert: A Living Response to the Preservation of History

In an era where ancient heritage is often caught in the crosshairs of modern politics and divisive rhetoric, Paris-based composer and mezzo-soprano Ariana Vafadari arrives in Vancouver to offer a powerful, melodic rebuttal.

Ariana is not just a performer; she is a world-renowned composer celebrated for her “Gathas” project, where she meticulously breathes new life into 3,000-year-old Zoroastrian texts. Her expertise lies in the alchemy of sound—blending the rigor of European classical opera with the soulful, improvisational depth of traditional Persian scales.

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