Project Description
Sitar Fusion
In the Footsteps of a Great Medieval Traveler Ibn Battuta – Virtual Performance
In this performance and workshop, students are going to view a film on the great traveller Ibn Battuta. They will experience the music and dance of some of the countries that he travelled to: Morocco, Greece, Turkey, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India and China. Inspired by this journey, Anwar Khurshid will play a variety of instruments and sing while Geneviève Beaulieu dances. After the film, students will have a chance to interact with the artists. They will learn about the music and dance in the film and have the chance to ask the artist questions.
Curriculum Connections
Early Societies
Specific and shared forms of cultural expression across communities
Character Development
Cross Curricular Connections
Equity & Inclusion
Teacher Resource
Booking Details
School Fee: $366.00 + HST
Audience Size: 500
Grades: 4-8
Language: English
Availability: Year-Round
Maximum number of links: 150
About Sitar Fusion
Sitar Fusion is an eclectic gathering of internationally acclaimed artists promoting cultural diversity and understanding through classical Indian music and dance. Experience the magic of Anwar Khurshid’s sitar, Geneviève Beaulieu’s interpretive dance and Demetri Petsalakis’ oud and lyra as the three artists come together from Pakistan, Québec, and Greece to take you on an unforgettable journey across the world.