Constantinople - From Seville to Isfahan Tickets

Constantinople is a Montreal-based ensemble founded in 2001 by kīya Tabassian, renowned for weaving medieval and Renaissance polyphony with Middle Eastern and Mediterranean traditions. Their work is a bridge between centuries and cultures, performed with the intimate, exploratory spirit of a chamber group. The project From Seville to Isfahan brings together Spanish Renaissance music and Persian/Ottoman repertoires, inviting audiences to experience a dialogue across time and geography.

Led by artistic director Kiya Tabassian, Constantinople has gained international recognition for its adventurous programming, meticulous scholarship, and luminous performances. The ensemble’s approach emphasizes accessible storytelling through sound, making ancient repertoires feel immediate and alive for modern concert-goers.

Whether on stage in intimate venues or at major European festivals, Constantinople offers a curated, thoughtful concert experience—precise, expressive, and rooted in a shared love of cross-cultural artistry. Secure your seats and join a journey that spans Seville to Isfahan, with a pair of artists and a program that respects tradition while inviting new listening horizons.

Biographical snapshot: Constantinople was founded in 2001 in Montreal by Kiya Tabassian. The ensemble explores the confluence of medieval and Renaissance music with Middle Eastern and Mediterranean traditions, crafting performances that feel both scholarly and alive. Their cross-cultural program From Seville to Isfahan features Fahmi Alqhai and the Accademia del Piacere, linking Spanish Renaissance polyphony with Persian and Ottoman repertoires.

Discography highlights: Nordic Lights in Persian Sky (2025), Il Ponte di Leonardo (2023) — winner of the 2024 JUNO Award for Best Classical Album (Small Ensemble), La Porta d’Oriente (2020), Traversées (2019), and 2019’s …Cette Ville Étrange. Each release reflects ongoing collaborations across cultures and continents, expanding the repertoire and audience for ancient-to-contemporary cross-cultural music.

Upcoming tour info: The ensemble remains active on the European circuit for 2025. Confirmed engagements include Lisbon (Gulbenkian Foundation and Real Alcázar, February 15–16, 2025) and Granada (June 26, 2025). Additional dates include Stockholm (Traversées) and Groningen listings, with plans to continue presenting From Seville to Isfahan in diverse venues and festivals. For the latest updates, follow the official channels and venue pages, or contact us for tickets. We’ve got you covered for reliable, straightforward access to the performances.