About
MaqaMorphose: Sur les traces de Mohamed Abdelwahab is a concert in Montreal, Canada, held at Ausgang Plaza on 1 November 2026, starting at 19:00. It is an evening of live music rather than a museum or a site, so it suits visitors who want to spend an evening listening.
The concert
The quintet MaqaMorphose performs a programme dedicated to Mohamed Abdelwahab, the Egyptian composer and singer. The group reimagines the Arab takht tradition, the small ensemble format long associated with classical Arabic music. Its line-up combines the qanun, the ney, cello, percussion and piano, so the sound moves between the older instruments of the Arab world and the Western instruments of the chamber music stage.
Why it may appeal
- A chance to hear a repertoire linked to one of the best-known figures of Arab music, interpreted through a contemporary ensemble.
- An unusual pairing of instruments, with the qanun and ney set alongside cello and piano.
- A live, intimate evening in a city with a diverse cultural life.
Practical notes
The concert takes place at Ausgang Plaza, and the venue's website, ausgangplaza.com, is the place to check details and any updates before you go. Montreal offers plenty to do before or after the performance, from its neighbourhoods and restaurants to its wider music scene, so an evening at the concert can easily be part of a longer stay in the city.