Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM
2220 Arts + Archives, Los Angeles
Guitarist-composer Dusty Brough celebrates his LP release with original works for nylon-string guitar and string quartet, blending Balkan, jazz, and flamenco influences. He’s joined by a stellar ensemble, with an opening duo set by award-winning Belgian harpist Pia Salvia and drummer Noam Israeli. Audiences can expect an evening of richly layered, vividly expressive music shaped by a wide spectrum of influences. Dusty Brough’s new works for nylon-string guitar and string quartet draw from Eastern European Balkan rhythms, classical and theatrical sensibilities, and the improvisational colors of jazz and flamenco. The synergy between Brough’s fluid guitar work and the ensemble—featuring Yasmine Azaiez, Jeremy Samson Levi, Mahsa Ghassemi, Miles Jay, and Noam Israeli—creates an experience that feels both immediate and cinematic, moving seamlessly from energetic, rhythm-driven passages to moments of lyrical depth and quiet introspection. The night begins with an intimate duo set from award-winning Belgian harpist Pia Salvia and drummer Noam Israeli. Their collaboration brings together shimmering harp textures and inventive percussion in a way that is enchanting, adventurous, and emotionally resonant. Together, the evening promises a captivating journey through dynamic musical landscapes, delivered by artists who bring both virtuosity and imagination to the stage.