Boom.Diwan with Nduduzo Makhathini, Liany Mateo, and Elé Howell

Event Overview

Kuwaiti Maritime and Desert Traditions Meet Jazz

Experience a unique fusion of Kuwaiti maritime and desert traditions with the improvisational energy of jazz in this cross-continental musical presentation.

Performance Details

• Ensemble: Boom.Diwan
• Featured Artists:
  • Nduduzo Makhathini: South African pianist and Blue Note artist, featured on Boom.Diwan's debut EP, Minarets.
  • Liany Mateo: Bassist, known for contributions to the acclaimed album Live in the Khaleej!
  • Elé Howell: Drummer, recently appeared with Boom.Diwan at Lincoln Center for globalFEST.

Highlights

• Boom.Diwan will present new compositions from their upcoming album, recorded during the week of the concert.
• The ensemble is renowned for integrating Khaleeji Jazz into the jazz world, blending tradition with innovation.

About Boom.Diwan

Boom.Diwan is celebrated for its pioneering contributions to jazz, rooted in Kuwaiti traditions. The name reflects:

• Boom: A historic Kuwaiti ship, symbolizing pearl diving and merchant trade.
• Diwan: The traditional gathering place for seafaring musicians to exchange stories and song.

Join us as Boom.Diwan and their distinguished collaborators explore new directions for jazz in the Khaleej.