AFI is proud to present a performance at Joe’s Pub by Mehrnam Rastegari, the 2024-2025 SHIM musician-in-residence, in partnership with Joe’s Pub at the Public Theater. Senavazi means “trio” in Persian. The ensemble features a kamancheh/Vocal, davul (dohol), and saxophone, with an electric bass guest. The group performs original compositions of Mehrnam Rastegari as well as traditional Persian, Kurdish, Balkan, and Turkish pieces, blending these musical styles into a unique performance.
Tickets available here: https://publictheater.
About SHIM:NYC
AFI co-leads the Safe Haven Incubator for Musicians: NYC (SHIM:NYC), a residency program for musicians in AFI’s network. Each musician in residence receives tailored professional development and network building opportunities, provided by partners Tamizdat and Joe’s Pub at the Public Theater. Mehrnam Rastegari is the current musician in residence with SHIM:NYC. Read more about SHIM here.
