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During the concert, Asad, Ameen, and Haider will bring together the sounds of the Algoza (double flute), Tambura, and Nar Sur throat singing. Traditional songs and melodies are interwoven with stories, poetry, and oral traditions that have been passed down through generations.
Throughout the evening, a knowledgeable Baloch cultural representative will provide introductions and background stories, helping audiences understand the cultural context, history, and meaning behind the music.
This concert takes place at OBA Theater, located on the 7th floor of the Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam (Amsterdam Public Library). Situated in the heart of Amsterdam, just a short walk from Amsterdam Central Station.
Address: Oosterdokskade 143, 1011 DL Amsterdam, NL
Asad, Ameen, and Haider are three musicians from Balochistan representing the rare Nar Sur tradition of throat singing, poetry, and traditional music. For the very first time, they bring this living musical heritage to Europe. Asad plays the Algoza (double flute), Ameen the Tambura, and Haider performs the distinctive Nar Sur throat singing. Together, they share the stories, melodies, and traditions of Balochistan in an authentic and captivating musical experience.
Important: The Nar Sur 2026 project involves international travel and visa procedures for the participating musicians. By purchasing a ticket, you acknowledge that special conditions may apply regarding scheduling, postponements, or cancellations. Please read our full Nar Sur 2026 policy here.
Rowan became fascinated by the music of Mongolia around 2006 at the age of seventeen. Soon after, he traveled to Mongolia to explore the country and its culture more deeply. Since then, Mongolian music and traditions have become an inseparable part of his daily life. In 2014, he married Saran, and together they have worked ever since on their shared dream: introducing Mongolian culture and music to Europe through Altai.
Asad, Ameen en Haider zijn drie muzikanten uit Balochistan die de zeldzame Nar Sur-traditie van keelzang, poëzie en traditionele muziek vertegenwoordigen. Voor het eerst brengen zij dit levende muzikale erfgoed naar Europa. Asad bespeelt de algoza (dubbele fluit), Ameen de tambura en Haider verzorgt de karakteristieke Nar Sur-keelzang. Samen delen zij de verhalen, melodieën en tradities van Balochistan in een authentieke en meeslepende muzikale beleving.
