Assyrian jazz shines at sold-out Sydney Opera House concert

More than 400 Assyrian music enthusiasts filled Studio Hall at the Sydney Opera House for a sold-out performance on 30 November 2024, celebrating the release of Evan Yako’s latest album, '6774 Assyria Ave: Jazz Town'. The concert featured a stunning repertoire of Yako’s original jazz compositions and arrangements with a surprising introduction of RAWEH and infusion of the traditional Assyrian melody and modern jazz music, also including three beloved classics — Fly Me to the Moon, Autumn Leaves, and Over the Rainbow — beautifully reimagined in Assyrian by Marlen Shukur and in English by Carmel Mesiti. SBS Assyrian was on hand to capture the audience's reactions and reflections on this unforgettable musical event.