Flying Horses / Sonic Threads: Silk Road Music Festival at Flushing Town Hall
A unique cross-cultural musical journey featuring artists from China, India, Iran, Turkmenistan, and Arab performers from Palestine and Syria.
Promotional Poster: The “Flying Horses / Sonic Threads” Music Festival at Flushing Town Hall, New York, scheduled for Friday, December 5, 2025. The poster includes event details and a collage of participating artists and musicians from diverse Silk Road cultures, performing on traditional instruments, including Arab artists featured during the evening.
Flushing Town Hall will host a unique artistic event this Friday, December 5, 2025, titled the “Mini Global Fusion Festival: Flying Horses / Sonic Threads.” The festival offers a musical journey along the ancient Silk Road, uniting talented artists from China, India, Iran, and Turkmenistan, with a notable Arab presence from Palestine and Syria.
Curated by renowned tabla player Roshni Samlal, the festival draws inspiration from historical links that spanned continents. Just as textiles and ceramics traveled along ancient trade routes, rhythmic patterns and string melodies crossed borders, connecting cultures through threads of music.
Distinct Arab Participation: A highlight of the event is the third segment of the concert, featuring Palestinian multi-instrumentalist Zafer Taweel (percussion, violin, oud) and veteran singer Faraj Abed. The duo will perform masterpieces from Palestinian and Syrian musical heritage, showcasing the depth and authenticity of Arab art within this global fusion.
Concert Program
The festival consists of three musical segments, followed by a Global Jam, where all artists share the stage in spontaneous cross-cultural collaboration:
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Segment 1: Rhythms and strings from East and Central Asia
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Segment 2: Fusion of Persian and Indian music
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Segment 3: Arab Tarab music with Zafer Taweel and Faraj Abed
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Dance Finale: The evening concludes with an open dance session hosted by “Yalla! Party Project,” featuring a DJ mix of North African beats, Arabic pop, and global dance rhythms for a joyful atmosphere.
Guests can also enjoy a variety of regional foods from local vendors.
Event Details
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Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
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Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
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Location: Flushing Town Hall
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Tickets: $30 general / $25 members
