Led by singer-composer Arash Barez, the Aseman Ensemble blends Afghan and Japanese voices to reimagine tradition through contemporary sound. The group features rubab master Kengo Saito, Mojtaba Habibi (co‑founder of Kabul Dreams), violinist Alia Païenda, guitarist Abi Rezai and guest vocalist Dawood Pazhman. Their music intertwines Persian poetry, modal textures and modern arrangements, creating intimate, luminous moments that shift into collective catharsis. Presented as part of the Blooming Afghanistan programme, the concert privileges cultural resilience and shared memory.
