Avishai

Darash

Composer
Pianist
Producer

"A new voice in the world of music in not only dazzling us with his incredible virtuosity, but doing it in such a heartfelt and thoughtful manner that it leaves this listener believing he is hearing a musician who is on a path that will lead to great things..." 

Mike Gates, Uk Vibe

"to the rank of a star, and this is the case of the composer Avishai Darash who, through his music, gives us his love of the world and of others." 

Theirry Docmac, Paris Move

Known for his unique fusion of musical styles and innovative arrangements, Amsterdam based composer and pianist Avishai Darash, , seamlessly incorporates North African traditional music, Western classical music, American jazz, and Israeli folk into his distinctive sound. Avishai has produced, collaborated, and toured with international artists such as Mehdi Nassouli, Montse Cortes, and Hatim Ammor, to name a few. He led the acclaimed Marmoucha Orchestra between 2020 and 2023 to international success and recognition. During his time with the orchestra, he produced nine albums and wrote for multiple interdisciplinary projects. Between the years 2017-2019 Avishai has also collaborated with the Amsterdam Andalusian Orchestra, where he led the project "ZIEL" in co-production with the ICK dance company. His work has been featured on prestigious venues worldwide, including the Bimhuis and Het Concertgebouw in the Netherlands, the International Ud Festival in Jerusalem, Bozcada Festival in Istanbul, De Centrale in Belgium, and numerous international festivals. His talent has been recognized through awards such as the "All-around Jazz-Rome Ensemble" (2nd place), the Richard Lupien MIMC for Classical Improvisation (Finalist - 2014), and the Leiden Jazz Award (Best Soloist). Avishai has also been a recipient of the "Sena" production funds in the year 2021. 

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10.06.2023
Maroc Baroque - Marmoucha Orchestra
Amsterdam, Netherlands
8:30 PM
11.06.2023
Maroc Baroque - Marmoucha Orchestra
Utrecht, Netherlands
8:30 PM
01.07.2023
Urban Voices
Nantes, France
9:00 PM
02.07.2023
Urban Voices
Nantes, France
9:00 PM
06.07.2023
Marmoucha Orchestra, Ana W'inta
Haarlem, Netherlands
9:00 PM
02.09.2023
Marmoucha Quintet - Ana W'inta
Breda, Netherlands
6:00 PM
05.09.2023
Arab Film Festival, Marmoucha Orchestra
Rotterdam, Netherlands
9:00 PM
08.09.2023
Arab Film Festival, Marmoucha Orchestra
Amsterdam, Netherlands
9:00 PM
05.10.2023
Yoran Vroom Quartet, Cafe Alto
Amsterdam, Netherlands
9:00 PM
07.10.2023
Sahara Koyo, Marmoucha Orchestra
Alkmaar, Netherlands
2:00 PM
24.11.2023
Icarus - Delamar west
Amsterdam, Netherlands
5:00 PM
25.01.2024
Duo W/ Antonio Glazkov - ZOJAZZ
Amsterdam, NL
5:00 PM
23.04.2024
Avishai Darash Quartet
Netherlands - Amsterdam
9:00 PM
26.05.2024
Solo Piano - Liberal Synagogue
Netherlands - Amsterdam
4:00 PM
22.08.2024
Avishai Darash Quartet
Italy, Matera
9:00 PM
23.08.2024
Avishai Darash Quartet
Italy , Andria
9:00 PM

"Avishai Darash, once again, offers us a tremendous creative act. He is an astonishing musician and composer. The playing is responsive, emotive. An album laced with various moods and textures, Samskara is the result of a true creator, whose compositions allow us to catch the depth of the collective as well as the individuality of its musicians" 

Nathalie Freson, UK Vibe
Avishai
Darash
Composer
Pianist
Producer