Composing Belonging: Original Music from Arabic and Welsh Traditions, is a unique collaboration between Yasmine Latkowski (media composer, Panedeni), Ayoub Boukhalfa (One World Oasis Choir) and Sera Zyborska.

Songwriters will create an original body of work exploring rich heritages of two different cultures of music and language, celebrating the rich diversity of Wales.

This FREE event at Tŷ Pawb will present these original compositions with specialist instrumentalists from Arabic and Welsh traditions in an immersive performance, including live discussions and audience engagement.

This event will not only showcase the music, but offers a deeper insight into the histories and sounds of both traditions. Audience feedback will inform future development of the project and help shape our broader aim: to champion inclusivity and cultural exchange through the power of music.

The project has been made possible thanks to funding from Arts Council Wales.

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Artist Bios:

SERA (Sarah Louise Zyborska) is a well-known bilingual folk singer-songwriter from Caernarfon, North Wales, celebrated for her evocative, landscape-inspired songs in both Welsh and English, blending traditional folk with Americana and pop, and gaining recognition through festivals, BBC Radio support, and collaborations like the recent project Natur with Eve Goodman. She performs on guitar and piano, has released multiple albums and EPs.
https://www.serasongs.com/

Ayoub Boukhalfa is a queer Moroccan singer and performer. He is a facilitator for the Oasis One World Choir and a member of the Coronation Choir. He has worked with National Theatre Wales on their production of Cost of Living, and has facilitated workshops with Sherman Theatre. His singing style is Moroccan Chaabi. Ayoub is passionate about using his music to create a more inclusive and equitable world. He believes that music has the power to bring people together and to challenge stereotypes. Aouyb found himself voted to the top of the LGBTQ+ pinc list as one of the most influential up and coming gay people in Wales. He is committed to using his platform to amplify the voices of marginalized communities. Ayoub is a talented singer and performer with a bright future ahead of him. He is sure to continue to make waves in the music industry. https://www.instagram.com/boukhalfaayoub_official/

Yasmine Latkowski, a respected music composer and performer known for her enchanting compositions, blends diverse cultural influences into her music, creating meaningful connections across various platforms. Inspired by her dual heritage and the captivating melodies of Middle Eastern music, she embarks on a musical adventure, composing work from Global Documentaries to immersive theatre, embedding communities in Wales. Yasmine works on projects that address deep social issues for change. She has collaborated with the UN on a project called ‘Change Will Change Her Life’, participated in a Global Health Film project titled ‘Forged in Syria’, contributed to a Humanitarian Leadership Academy project called ‘Gender in Conflict’, and partnered with a charity called ‘Saving Moses’

Yasmine’s contributions to the music industry have garnered widespread acclaim, including features on renowned platforms such as United Nations, BBC Africa Eye, BBC Panorama, and National Theatre Wales. She has also worked on immersive projects with National Theatre Wales and Creative Wales’ games community. Additionally, the song “Atamanaa,” which means “I hope,” has been used in schools in ethnically diverse areas with support from ‘Arts Council Wales’ and ‘Cynefin’ to teach students new perspectives.
yasminelatkowski.com