Qairo

ONTARIO / france

qairo

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Qairo is a fiery and dynamic ensemble that combines the emotionally charged vocals and pulsing rhythms of flamenco with the infectious melodies and ear-popping tonalities of the Mediterranean diaspora. From Spain to Turkey, with several stops along the way, Qairo is music for dancing — no matter where you’re from.

The ensemble’s tight-knit and eclectic members hail from France, Spain, Canada and Turkey, and came together in Granada, Spain, in February 2020 to create a fiery new style of music and dance. While most of the ensemble’s members are conservatory-trained, their real inspiration comes from years spent playing, learning, and collaborating on the road, across Europe, the Balkans and the Middle East.

A centrepiece of the Qairo experience is the dancing duo, trained not only in Andalucian flamenco, but drawing on influences ranging from bellydance, house, traditional Indian dance, and beyond to express Qairo’s stories in electrifying movement. On top of an explosive musical experience, expect tight choreography, rapid-fire footwork, and a whole lot of sequins.