Event Description
At the International School Brunei (ISB) Theatre, a gala performance by Joseph Tawadros – 3 time ARIA awarded Australian Oud virtuoso – opened by the High Commissioner Todd Mercer.
Tuesday 8 March
ISB Theatre
Jalan Pertahanan, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei
7:30 PM
Free RSVP austhicom.brunei@dfat.gov.au
Joseph Tawadros
“One of the most impressive musicians to emerge in Australia…with a dazzling technique dispensing hair-raising tempos… His writing displays a real depth of emotion…revelling in a zest for life and celebration.” – The Australian newspaper
At just 32 years of age, Joseph Tawadros has established himself as one of the world’s leading oud performers and composers. A virtuoso of amazing diversity and sensitivity, Joseph continues to appear in concert halls worldwide, dazzling audiences with his brilliant technique, passionate musicianship and his joyous style of performance.
Always willing to push the boundaries and challenge traditional musical forms and rhythms, his efforts have led him to many unique collaborations. Truth Seekers, Lovers and Warriors, his 12th album, follows on from Storyteller, Rouhani, Visions, Epiphany, Angel, The Prophet: Music Inspired by the Poetry of Kahlil Gibran, The Hour of Separation, Band of Brothers, Concerto of the Greater Sea, Chameleons of the White Shadow and Permission to Evaporate – the last three of which won Best World Music Album at the ARIA (Australian Recording Industry Association) Awards in 2012, 2013 and 2014 respectively- a rare Industry hat-trick.