Morgenland: A Festival of Tomorrows | Songlines
Thursday, May 14, 2026

Morgenland: A Festival of Tomorrows

By Jo Frost

As she takes the reins at Morgenland Festival, Shabnam Parvaresh discusses migration, identity and music as cultural diplomacy with Jo Frost

Shabnam Parvaresh Beim Leipziger Jazztage Mit Ihre Sheen Trio Live 2025©Simon Chmel

Parvaresh performing at Leipziger Jazztage on October 13 2025 (Simon Chmel)

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