Joseph Tawadros Quartet: Angel
“One of the most impressive musicians to emerge in Australia… with a dazzling technique dispensing hair-raising tempos… His writing displays a real depth of emotion… revelling in a zest for life and celebration.” – The Australian
Joseph Tawadros AM is an internationally acclaimed oud musician and composer, known for his joyous and innovative sound. A virtuoso of diversity and sensitivity, Joseph’s brilliant technique and transcendent performances fill concert halls across the world.
Tawadros has collaborated with celebrated artists such as Zakir Hussain, Sultan Khan, Béla Fleck, John Abercrombie, John Patitucci, Jack DeJohnette, Richard Bona, Roy Ayers, Joey DeFrancesco, Howard Johnson, Jean Louis Matinier, Ivry Gitlis, Camerata Salzburg, Christian Lindberg, Neil Finn, The Grigoryan Brothers, Kate Miller-Heidke and Katie Noonan. He has performed and recorded with Richard Tognetti and the Australian Chamber Orchestra, and the Academy of Ancient Music in London, making him the first and only Australian composer whose music has been performed by this prestigious orchestra. He has regularly performed with the Sydney, Adelaide and West Australian Symphony orchestras.
Tawadros' drive to push musical boundaries has led to a solid repertoire of innovative, original music. He has recorded 13 albums, won three ARIA Awards for Best World Music Album, and is a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for his significant contribution to Australian music.
This September, Tawadros returns to Melbourne to perform his highly praised album, Angel.
Feedback/Comments
Found the music rather monotonous but I did appreciate his artistry
It was a fantastic concert! Joseph and his brother James are amazing musicians.
Thank you so much for introducing us to their music :)
Stunning
Phenomenal performers!
Awesome performance
A wonderful evening of intoxicating music....not to be missed for anybody contemplating going to future performances! Well done boys!!
Awesome!Thank you.
speechless. completely amazing show.
I have not heard about Joseph before. I will be looking out for him now. Was blown away by this performance. Each of the 4 musicians are soloists. They are each brilliant. THANK YOU!
Loved it!
Four amazing musicians, incredible sounding music and humorous interaction with the audience from Joseph.
We're now hooked on his albums.
Exceptional sound but the stage presentation took a bit off the shine off the event.
Having heard Joseph Tawadros on ABC FM many times in different styles of music, we were keen to see and hear him live. This was a jazz concert with Middle Eastern flavour. Joseph accompanied by his brother, James, extraordinary on percussion, Matt McMahon, piano, Dimitri Vouros, clarinet. Fabulous music and the chat was entertaining.
Excellent concert. A fantastic introduction to the Oud instrument. Unexpected humorous and friendly engagement with the audience from Joseph Tawadros.
Mesmerising evening of fantastic music and great atmosphere.
Wonderful. Amazing talent.
Amazing, great musicians. Thank you on the house
Great music! Definitely worth attending!
Another interesting progression in the career of the brothers Tawadros.