Qatar Foundation’s (QF) ‘Heart to Heart’ series is a celebration of the timeless musical technique maqam in its purest form, and its next edition will host a rare solo appearance by Iranian musician and composer Negar Bouban. She will perform ‘Negar Bouban: Oud and Vocals’ in the Black Box Theater at Multaqa (Education City Student Centre) on November 29, with tickets now available for an evening that will blend ancient Persian musical traditions with philosophical narrative. Featuring oud, vocals, and improvisation, and entirely free of amplified sound, screens, and mobile phones, as ‘Heart to Heart’ presents maqam to audiences in a truly authentic setting. Bouban’s performance will reflect the connection between her music and her roots in Persian and Kurdish culture, as well as how she perceives the world and its people. Launched under QF’s Al Ghorrah for Literature and Arts, ‘Heart to Heart’ is devoted to maqam classical music in both its ancient and contemporary forms, and is curated by musician, composer, researcher, and oud player Mustafa Said, founder of the Asil Ensemble. Its performances take place without any amplification or technology, instead relying on the natural acoustics of their setting to create an intimate musical experience that removes barriers between the musician and their audience. Bouban’s performance will be preceded by a ‘3D Geometry’ workshop under QF’s Herfah programme, which is dedicated to reviving and promoting traditional crafts that are deeply rooted in Qatari and Islamic culture. Tickets for the performance are priced at QR50, with the Herfah workshop being complimentary. The performance takes place from 7pm-8pm.