Cafe Antarsia Ensemble Tickets

Founded in 2001 in New York City by Nikos Brisco and Ruth Margraff, with core member Rami El-Aasser, Cafe Antarsia Ensemble weaves a rich tapestry of world folk rooted in Greek blues, Rebetiko, Balkan Romani, Arabic percussion, and Americana. Often described as nouveau gypsy rock, the ensemble creates intimate, groove-driven performances that resonate with diverse audiences. This page offers a detailed biography, highlights from their discography, and the latest on touring and live appearances.

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Cafe Antarsia Ensemble has earned recognition through established fellowships and grants, including Meet The Composer Global Connections at the Karantena festival in Dubrovnik, ITI/TCG travel grants (2001, 2003, 2004), a NEA/TCG residency (1999–2000), Arts International funding (2003), and the Trust for Mutual Understanding (2005). Their discography highlights include the self-released Land of the Great Horses (2014) via Bandcamp and Songs of the Table (2007) on Innova Records. While 2025 tour dates are not publicly listed here, we’ll keep you posted with upcoming appearances and venue details as they are announced. For updates, follow official channels and Ruth Margraff’s pages for social links and partnerships.

Official social connections: official site (link below), MySpace (legacy reference), and Ruth Margraff’s social profiles on Instagram and Facebook provide additional context and access to announcements. We’ve included secure links to these profiles for easy, trustworthy access.