SARĀB Live in Toronto

Presented by Small World Music and Uma Nota Culture

In partnership with MARSM Canada

With its unique blend of Arabic music, jazz, and rock, SARĀB is one of the leading groups of the Paris music scene—their sound weaves traditional Middle Eastern lyrics with enchanting melodies.

The five-piece band crafts music that's rooted in jazz improvisation and storytelling, blending the rich traditions of Middle Eastern music with contemporary and Western influences. SARĀB draws on verses from a Syrian poet, Maram al Masri, whose work explores themes of love, culture, and exile.

About the band

What began as a duo between Franco-Syrian vocalist Climène Zarkan and guitarist Baptiste Ferrandis, SARĀB–meaning mirage in Arabic– evolved into a five-piece ensemble that defies genres and borders. Together, the ensemble weaves a unique soundscape, blending contemporary jazz, rock, and traditional Arabic melodies.

The band:

• Climène Zarkan - Vocals
• Thibault Gomez - Keys and vocals
• Baptiste Ferrandis - Guitar and vocals
• Timothée Robert, - Bass and vocals
• Paul Berne - Drums and vocals

An evening with SARĀB promises a unique musical experience you won’t want to miss.

Doors open at 7:00 PM

Dinner reservations can be made at http://lula.ca/reservations

The 2025 Small World Music Series is sponsored by TD Bank Group through the TD Ready Commitment and funded by the Government of Canada, Canada Council for the Arts, Ontario Arts Council, and the City of Toronto through the Toronto Arts Council.