Friday, December 19th - from 7:30 - 9:00 PM Ize Trio, featuring Palestinian cellist, Naseem Alatrash will perform original arrangements of traditional Arabic songs from Palestine and Cyprus. Ize Trio is a multi-cultural ensemble drawing influences from Jazz, Classical and Middle Eastern Music. Through this residency, the trio will further its mission, continuing to hone the nuances of their playing and connection through arranging traditional Arabic songs from Naseem's home of Palestine and George's home of Cyprus. The trio also intends to draw inspiration from these songs and create new compositions inspired by the musical rules that govern them.