04/13/2013 at 3pm
150 W 17th St, New York, NY 10011
Cambodian traditional music, heard often in Khmer Buddhist ceremonies across the country, is steeped in sacred and religious significance. At different ceremonial events throughout the year, special musical arrangements are set to accompany chants and prayers marking important moments and transitions in the lives of millions of Cambodian Buddhists in Cambodia and across the world.
To commemorate the official Opening Ceremonies for Season of Cambodia, an historic city-wide celebration of Cambodian arts and humanities initiated by Cambodian Living Arts, the Rubin Museum will host a special performance of traditional Cambodian music by an ensemble of musicians from Cambodia. The festivities will coincide with the advent of Cambodian New Year, one of the most important celebrations of the year for Cambodians.
The musical program at the Rubin Museum will feature traditional instrumental arrangements such as Mahori and Pin Peat, along with Smot chanting. Curated by world-renowned Cambodian ethnomusicologist and former MacArthur Fellow, Dr. Sam-Ang Sam, the music will be accompanied by a presentation of the Cambodian Dhamma, offered by Khmer Buddhist monks from Cambodia residing United States.
Website: http://seasonofcambodia.org/event/opening-ceremonies/