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In 1981, the United Nations declared September 21 as the International Day of Peace with the aim of creating a worldwide day of ceasefire and non-violence.

The Day of Peace is an annual event organized by the Nederlands Blazers Ensemble (NBE) in collaboration with TivoliVredenburg and the Refugee Foundation. The Nederlands Blazers Ensemble invites guest artists from various artistic disciplines who have recently, or some time ago, fled from war zones around the world. Together, we celebrate peace on this special evening filled with music that moves and unites.

This year's guests are Dutch-Kurdish singer-songwriter Naaz and Syrian buzuk player Kinan Abuakel.
Naaz is known for her unique sound, which is a mix of pop and alternative music, with influences from her Kurdish background. She is praised for her self-written songs, creative style and strong message of empowerment.

Kinan Abuakel has played in both Syria and the Netherlands. With his solos on the Arabic buzuk, his main aim is to showcase the versatility of the instrument. He is known for collaborations combining Syrian and Western musical styles.

Naaz (vocals)
Kinan Abuakel (buzuk)
Consensus Vocalis conducted by Rienk Bakker
TARAB Choir conducted by Majed Sarai Edin

Benoit de Gryse, Head of Programs & Policy at the Refugee Foundation, says, “Through the universal language of visual arts and music, together with the Nederlands Blazers Ensemble, we put people fleeing literally and figuratively in the spotlight. In doing so, we highlight the worrying current situation while also showcasing the courage and resilience with which displaced people do everything in their power to continue their lives despite the circumstances.”

Our concert for the International Day of Peace in 2023 was chosen as one of the top 5 best classical concerts at TivoliVredenburg that year.

Second ticket free for local residents
Do you live near Podium Mozaïek? Neighbourhood residents with postal codes 1055, 1056, 1057, 1061, 1062 and 1063 can now order a second ticket for free if they buy one. This applies to all Nederlands Blazers Ensemble concerts. Tickets can be ordered online. We may ask you for proof of address.