Zambra Collective 

Devon Gates  bass 

Ria Modak  guitar 

Angela Varo Moreno  violin 

Bahar Badieitabar  oud 

Queralt Giralt  cello 

Zambra, from the Arabic word for “gathering," is a groundbreaking quintet that weaves together diverse musical traditions from across the globe, comprised of Devon Gates (bass, Atlanta, GA), Ria Modak (guitar, NYC), Angela Varo Moreno (violin, Andalusia, Spain), Bahar Badieitabar (oud, Tehran, Iran), and Queralt Giralt (cello, Catalonia, Spain). 

This unique collaboration brings together five exceptional musicians from varying musical backgrounds to create a harmonious fusion of flamenco, Romani, Persian classical, Indian, Catalonian, and jazz traditions. Through original compositions and imaginative arrangements of traditional melodies, Zambra celebrates cultural connection, sisterhood, and the art of improvisation. Their performances create intimate sonic worlds grounded in deep friendship and mutual respect, inviting both musicians and audiences into spaces of vulnerability and creative discovery.

Presented with thanks to Lizbeth & George Krupp for their leadership of Vivo Performing Arts' programming in Roxbury.

This performance is made possible in part by support from Vivo Performing Arts'
Amy & Joshua Boger Innovation Fund.