Jesse Cook set to light up Abu Dhabi with live performance

Jesse Cook returns to the UAE

Audiences will be treated to his signature intricate guitar work and electrifying live energy

 

Prepare for an unforgettable evening as internationally acclaimed guitarist Jesse Cook brings his award-winning blend of flamenco, jazz, and world music to the Cultural Foundation, Abu Dhabi.

Following a sold-out European tour with stops in London, Munich, and Vienna, this UAE performance promises to be a highlight of the region’s cultural calendar.

With over 2 million albums sold, 130 million YouTube views, and 650 million audio streams, Cook’s music transcends genres and borders.

Audiences will be treated to his signature intricate guitar work and electrifying live energy, accompanied by an exceptional ensemble: Fethi Nadjem (violin, mandole), Dan Minchom (bass), Matt Sellick (guitar), and either Matais Recharte or Marito Marques (drums, cajón, percussion).

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Adding a uniquely local flavour, the concert will also feature special guest Sherine Tohamy, a master oud soloist, professor at Bait Al Oud and NYU Abu Dhabi, whose soulful Arabic performance will blend seamlessly with Cook’s world-fusion sound.

Together, they’ll deliver a rich, immersive musical experience that spans cultures and styles, one that’s not to be missed by music lovers across the UAE.

AED 150. Saturday, 14 June, Cultural Foundation Abu Dhabi, For more information, call 02 6576348

 

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