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TAMA, Toronto, ON (2025)

05/04/2025

We are back with another title in the "People of TAMA" series - a set of videos featuring the stories behind TAMA and our exceptionally talented artists.

This week we introduce Murat. With the Rubab and Doyra in hand, Murat learned the sounds of his culture singing along to Komiljon Otaniyozov, his musical hero.

Meditating on his craft over decades of practice - Murat is reclaiming his roots, one beat at a time.

He left Uzbekistan, moved to Russia, then France - spreading his love of uzbek music.

Follow along as Murat brings Uzbek tradition to the global stage—right here at TAMA.

Witness the magic of rare masterpieces on extraordinary instruments with TAMA. Give us a follow - and help keep the culture alive.

Now you can see TAMA live - annual festival coming to Toronto this summer. Stay tuned.

04/04/2025

We are back with another title in the "People of TAMA" series - a set of videos featuring the stories behind TAMA and our exceptionally talented artists.

This week we introduce the immensely talented in-house artist Nasrullah - . With his unique artistic capabilities refined through years of disciplined practice - Nasrullah shares the magic of Afghan music with the world.

He trained at the revered Aga Khan institute in Afghanistan and has performed at various music festivals and venues around the world including

As one of the most celebrated artist at TAMA - Nasrullah is a constant source of guidance and inspiration. Come witness Nasrullah's musical journey with TAMA.

Witness the magic of rare masterpieces on extraordinary instruments with TAMA. Give us a follow - and help keep the culture alive.

Now you can see TAMA live - annual festival coming to Toronto this summer. Stay tuned.

04/03/2025

We bring back another "Hands in the Dark" experience - the legacy of the Bagşy. In Turkmen culture, a "Bagşy" is a highly respected poet- bard who imparts folk wisdom through epics on the strings of the Dutar.

TAMA is an open community of talented artists across the world - proudly presenting their cultural heritage through lens of artistic expression. We hope to bring the magic of music through our social channels and our annual music festival (coming to Toronto this summer).

We are always excited to hear from our community. If you wish to get in touch with TAMA and our talented artists - give us a shout.

03/16/2025

A glimpse of TAMA - standing for the love of culture. Made by artists, for the artists!

Experience the magic of TAMA this summer - exclusively at our annual music festival.

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03/16/2025

People of TAMA | Alex Iskandar

We are super excited to announce "People of TAMA" - a series of videos featuring the stories behind TAMA and our exceptionally talented artists.

This week we introduce our founding member and in-house artist - Alex or Iskandar . Lauded as the modern day DaVinci, Alex continues to dazzle with his inspiring performances.

Witness the magic of rare masterpieces on extraordinary instruments with TAMA. Give us a follow - and help keep the culture alive.

Now you can see TAMA live - annual festival coming to Toronto this summer. Stay tuned.

03/16/2025

From the birthplace of Algorithms - Khwarezm - TAMA brings to you the classic piece of "Yetti Yilgi Getgan Yorim" : "My love had left for seven years"

In this exclusive collaboration with Murat at the Uzbek cultural association in France - Iskandar performs on the enchanting instruments of Tar and Doyra.

Witness the magic of rare masterpieces on extraordinary instruments with TAMA. Give us a follow - and help keep the culture alive.

03/16/2025

This week at TAMA - Alex Iskandar performs "Jaighan Ay" on his beautiful Dombra. "Jaighan Ay" is a traditional folk song from Kazakhstan - literally translating to "False Moon" in English.

If you enjoyed this enchanting melody - hit follow to hear the sounds of history and help keep these traditions alive!”

TAMA is an open community of talented artists across the world - proudly presenting their cultural heritage through lens of artistic expression. We hope to bring the magic of music through the means of online media and our annual music festival (coming to Toronto this summer).

03/16/2025

This week TAMA is pleased to welcome a super talented and versatile artist - Hosein Afshin. In this piece, Hosein presents an Iranian maquam melody - “Bāye Bāye” - performing on his beautiful ethnic string instrument of Tanbur.

The “Bāye Bāye” maqam is one of the ceremonial maqams of the Tanbur, characterized by a joyful atmosphere and performed during national and religious celebrations. The evolution of Tanbur is belived to have been heavily influenced by the Sorna (a traditional wind instrument), and is often played alongside it.

TAMA is an open community of talented artists across the world - proudly presenting their cultural heritage through lens of artistic expression. We hope to bring the magic of music through the means of online media and our annual music festival (coming to Toronto this summer).

If you wish to get in touch with TAMA and our talented artists, shoot us an email. We are always excited to hear from our community.

[email protected]

03/16/2025

We are excited to have the super talented - Alex Iskandar - perform with us again. In this piece, Alex presents an exquisite piece from Crimea: Bağçalarda Kestane. Enjoy the beautiful melody played on a carrousel of instruments including the bağlama SAZ, clarinet, darbuka and accordion.

The Crimeans, particularly the Crimean Tatars, are an indigenous ethnic group with a rich cultural heritage that has evolved over 2,500 years on the Crimean Peninsula. This East European Turkic nation is known for its unique blend of Mediterranean and Eurasian Steppe influences, which have shaped their customs, language, and identity.

TAMA is an open community of talented artists across the world - proudly presenting their cultural heritage through lens of artistic expression. We hope to bring the magic of music through the means of online media and our annual music festival (coming this summer to Toronto).

If you wish to get in touch with TAMA and our talented artists, shoot us an email. We are always excited to hear from our community.

[email protected]

03/16/2025

TAMA brings to you a beautiful folk song of the Uyghur people, "Ejem". Immerse yourself in this mesmerizing performance by Bextiyar, playing the rare Uyghur string instruments of TEMBUR ad DUTAR.

The Uyghurs are a fascinating Turkic speaking ethnic group with a rich history spanning over two millennia. Descending from a variety of Indo-Iranian and Turko-Mongolian civilizations, these resilient people have navigated through empires, migrations, and cultural shifts to forge a unique identity that possesses characteristics of the surrounding Asian nations.

TAMA is an open community of talented artists across the world - proudly presenting their cultural heritage through lens of artistic expression. We hope to bring the magic of music through the means of online media and our annual music festival (coming this summer to Toronto).

If you wish to get in touch with TAMA and our talented artists, shoot us an email. We are always excited to hear from our community.

[email protected]

03/16/2025

Through this enchanting performance of the regional song "Falak", presented by the rare artistic talent of Nasrullah - we uncover the hidden melodies of the "Badakhshan" region nestled in the mountains of Afghanistan.

In this piece, Nasrullah showcases the beautiful sounds through the strings of an "Afghan Dombura" - seldom seen in the wild.

TAMA is an open community of talented artists across the world - proudly presenting their cultural heritage through lens of artistic expression. We hope to bring the magic of music through the means of online media and our annual music festival (coming this summer in Toronto).

If you wish to get in touch with TAMA and our talented artists, shoot us an email. We are always excited to hear from our community.

[email protected]

03/16/2025

TAMA brings to you a beautiful composition from the Bollywood movie Krrish. Enjoy the melodious sounds of the Indian Flute, Bansuri, brought to you by our musician Udit Grover.

TAMA is an open community of talented artists across the world - proudly presenting their cultural heritage through lens of artistic expression. We hope to bring the magic of music through the means of online media and our annual music festival.

If you wish to get in touch with TAMA and our talented artists, shoot us an email. We are always excited to hear from our community.

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