**Myla Goldberg & Quince Marcum**Accordion, banjo, bouzouki. Voices. New Compositions on Diverse Topics Autopsy Biopsy Mouthwash Fish a Hard Heart a Cad Queen Relict Virgin Fizz **$20 suggested – Donate now online or that day in person. **
A journey where melody meets voice and rhythm, rooted in the timeless practice of dhikr.
Join Shah and Osama for an evening of guitar, bendir, and sacred invocation. Working through divine names aligned with the subtle centers of the body, the experience opens one center after another, and listening in stillness, recitation, and love letters to the One becomes a way of turning inward.
This is a prayer offered through vibration and intention, a reminder that in all sound lie the mysteries of the universe. No background in Sufism or Islam is needed. Come as you are, on the floor or in a chair, and return the heart to what is always present.
Barzakh Café also offers a curated selection of small plates and drinks. Guests are encouraged to arrive early, ease into the evening, and enjoy something from the kitchen or bar before the program begins. Happy Hour All Year.
Tickets also available on POSH – Link Here
An Evening with StoryTellers is a curated spoken-word experience created by Brooklyn’s own Story Teller Gordon – founder of FORM NYC.
Doors 6:30pm, Show 7pm Suggested Donation $10 NYU YDSA is a student-led chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America. Our Eyes on Delaney concert is part of our Sanctuary City campaign—a campaign centered around our immigrant neighbors as we seek to combat ICE and strengthen the safety of our community. We are fundraising for families most impacted by ICE and we hope you’ll join us.
Minaxi’s music blends Hindustani elements with ethereal, guitar-driven textures. On Aug 21, Minaxi will present a special, intimate showcase of new and previously released original music at Barzakh Cafe, focusing on Hindustani melodies and Hindi/Urdu lyricism.
**DIRTY DESMONDS **(formerly **Pakula Surprise**) is a trio with **Eric Pakula** on alto sax,** Blake Lindberg **on drums and **Nick Cudahy** on bass. They play Eric Pakula’s compositions, which are a mashup of swing and country music combined with 1960’s TV music. They also play the music of Lenny Tristano, Charlie Parker and Bud Powell. Pakula’s biggest influences include Lee Konitz, Sydney Bechet and Paul Desmond. They will be set up in our front room, in casual and acoustic fashion. **$20 su…
A funky cross-continental journey through the delights of sound. Feast brings an evening of rare soul, disco, and funk selects from across the world. While our bodies dance, why not set our hearts on fire? Barzakh Café also offers a curated selection of small plates and drinks. Guests are encouraged to arrive early, ease into the evening, and enjoy something from the kitchen or bar before the program begins. Happy Hour All Year.
**K8A / SHAHZAD ISMAILY / IVA BITTOVA ** Three singular musical imaginations meet for the first time at Barbès for an evening of fearless improvisation and unexpected discovery. Violinist and composer **K8A** draws on Ethiopian musical traditions and electronics; multi-instrumentalist **Shahzad Ismaily** moves fluidly between rhythm, texture, and melody; and Czech violinist, vocalist, and composer **Iva Bittová** blurs the boundaries between folk, avant-garde, and theatrical expression. Together…
Join us for Ghazal: Echoes of the Heart, an evening of soulful Urdu poetry and music featuring beloved classic ghazals made famous by legendary vocalists Ghulam Ali, Mehdi Hasan, and Begum Akhtar.
Vocalist Achyut Joshi will be accompanied by Jasmeet Oberai on tabla and Greg Barco on harmonium, bringing these timeless songs to life in an intimate setting. Brief explanations of the poetry and its meaning will be woven into the performance, making the evening accessible even to those unfamiliar with Urdu. Expect an evening of expressive melodies, evocative poetry, and the rich interplay of voice, harmonium, and tabla.
Barzakh Café also offers a curated selection of small plates and drinks. Guests are encouraged to arrive early, ease into the evening, and enjoy something from the kitchen or bar before the program begins. Happy Hour All Year.
French Language Exchange with Racine An open French language exchange with Racine, bringing people together around conversation, culture, and connection. Whether you’re fluent or just starting out, it’s a relaxed space to practice, listen, and speak freely. If you also speak Arabic, Spanish, Hebrew, or Farsi, you’re welcome to bring that into the room as well. Ticket includes, 1 beverage: halal or haram