SOFIA GOODMAN
5.30
Sofia Goodman is a drummer, composer and bandleader residing in Nashville, TN. Her work has been internationally recognized in the press from sources like DownBeat and JAZZIZ. Since 2017, her group has toured the U.S and Canada, appearing at many notable venues and festivals, including USM Jazz & Blues Festival, where her quartet was the headliner. As a bandleader and arranger, she has developed repertoire for her trio, quartet, septet, octet and more. Her work has been called “mesmerizing and compositionally rich” by DownBeat and she has been called a “splendid composer and drummer” by All About Jazz. The Nashville Scene noted Goodman is “something to be excited about in the evolution of jazz in Music City.”
Goodman started playing drums in middle school. In high school she was placed in Esperanza Spalding’s student ensemble at Berklee College of Music, where she was encouraged and inspired by the Grammy award-winning artist. Goodman has released three albums on Joyous Records. Her 2023 album, Secrets of the Shore won Best Jazz Album by The Nashville Scene. In 2024, The Sofia Goodman Group won the NIMA award for Best Jazz Group. Goodman has also won the Pathways to Jazz Grant and the CMA Performance Plus Grant and has received several nominations from NIMA. As a sidewoman, Goodman has performed with blues legend Bobby Rush, The Music City Big Band, Altin Sencalar, world folk group HuDost and many more. Outside of performing, Goodman is a passionate educator and mentor, and she is also involved in groups like This is A Movement and Nashville Women in Jazz.
DIAR & FRIENDS - SYRIAN MUSIC NIGHT (inside)
8.00
Diar (دْيَار ) is a Syrian band dedicated to reviving and preserving traditional Syrian and Arabic songs by infusing them with a flamenco touch. Our aim is to cultivate and celebrate the rich Arabic heritage through our music, using easy rhythms so everyone can appreciate and enjoy it. The term “Diar” (دْيَار ) refers to the openspace of a courtyard in Damascus’ traditional houses, also known as “Diar” (أرض دْيَار ). This term evokes memories of our homeland in Syria, our childhood, friends, family, and first love, and reminds us of our musical roots. As we now call Canada our new home, Diar will be the bridge between our memories in Syria and our present lives in Canada.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to witness the magic of Diar , Rula , Asser Abdo and Hinad Alshuhuf live on stage. Get ready to be swept away by the melodies of Syria .
FINE WHINE
11.00
TICKETED EVENT ($10 adv / $15 door)
An event platforming Black and/or queer DJs from the Afro-Caribbean diaspora, showcasing Black electronic music in all its forms and creating a safe space for the community and our allies to enjoy music and embrace our identities.