Quiet Night In: Kourosh Kanani & Matt Davies

Quiet Night In: Kourosh Kanani & Matt Davies

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About the show

Kourosh Kanani and Matt Davies are redefining the boundaries of contemporary music by weaving the rich traditions of Iran, India and Armenia into a modern jazz tapestry.


Through Kourosh's virtuosic and polyrhythmic guitar work and Matt's innovative use of electronics and rethinking of the drum kit their duo creates a powerful dialogue between important ancient cultural legacies and cutting-edge soundscapes.


Their music is both a tribute to the heritage of these diverse regions and a bold exploration of their modern relevance, offering audiences a mesmerising experience that transcends borders, time, and genre. It's a blend of tradition and innovation, rooted in jazz yet unbound by convention.


Kourosh Kanani and Matt Davies made their debut release as a duo earlier this year with their take on a Kurdish lullaby ‘Lay Laye’ featuring Amena, a multi-lingual singer and composer from Cairo, Egypt. A deeply evocative voice rooted in the traditions of the great Egyptian vocalists.

Featuring

Kourosh Kanani

Led by Kourosh Kanani, a young and talented Gypsy Swing guitarist, the Kourosh Kanani Gypsy Swing Quartet will perform a mixture of modern jazz, Latin and original compositions, playing in the style of Django Reinhardt and the hot club of France. Marked in the top 5 gypsy jazz players in the country by Le Quecumbar, London, Kourosh is becoming "the rising star of gypsy guitar".

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on Friday 17 April 2026