WholeTone Music Academy to Host Classical Arabic Concert & Brunch in Somerville

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Jadhibia Ensemble, led by Alejandro Castellano, will perform at Connexion with a free Dabke circle dance finale.

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WholeTone Music Academy will host a Classical Arabic Concert and Brunch at Connexion, Somerville. Classical Arabic Takht ensemble will be paired with traditional foods and dance. The event is on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 11:30 AM.

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Join in for an Arabic Classical Performance by Jadhibia Ensemble (تخت الجاذبية) led by WTMA instructor Alejandro Castellano, collaborating with artists renowned locally and around the world for their artistry in classical Arabic music: Bengisu Gokce, George Mansour , Georges Chedid, Hala Abu Nassar, Jamal Sinno, Layan Hawila, Rami Abu Olaya, and Tareq Rantisi. Stay until the end for a Dabke circle dance!

This Takht ensemble will take the stage at Connexion, 149 Broadway, Somerville, Massachusetts. Light brunch from the academy's partner Yafa Bakery & Cafe will be served at 11:30am and the concert will begin at 12:00pm.

This is a free event but we welcome donations. All proceeds will go to the company's LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC scholarship fund. They aim to also collaborate with Somerville for Palestine in community aid.

This event is partially funded by the “Free For All” Grant from The Boston Foundation. RSVP: https://wholetoneacademy.com/event/arabic-concert-brunch/

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_Originally reported by [BroadwayWorld](https://www.broadwayworld.com/boston/article/WholeTone-Music-Academy-Will-Host-Classical-Arabic-Concert-Brunch-in-Somerville-20260519)._