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The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted on: Saturday, January 14, 2006

SATURDAY SCOOPS
Shashmaqam performs at East-West Center

 •  Get off your 'okole

Advertiser Staff

The New York-based ensemble Shashmaqam offers its vibrant Bukharan Jewish music and dance in a concert at 8 p.m. today at the East-West Center's Imin International Conference Center.

The group's music reflects the diverse cultures of its native Uzbekistan and Tajikistan, drawing on classical and folk traditions.

Tickets are $15 general, $10 students and seniors. The box office opens at 7 p.m., doors open at 7:30.