Aleph Quintet

After the success of their debut album, “Shapes of Silence”, widely acclaimed by critics, Aleph Quintet pushes the boundaries of their art with this new project.

The five Brussels-based musicians, now recognized and followed on the international music scene, return with “Hiwar”, an album that highlights their musical signature: a bold fusion of modern jazz and North African traditional music. In Arabic, “Hiwar” means “dialogue”, a word that perfectly sums up the spirit of this opus: an exchange celebrating cultures, heritage, and innovation. Dialogue, by nature, implies a mutual quest for understanding and authenticity. Through the expression of thoughts, beliefs, and emotions, “Hiwar” becomes a space where identities reflect and learn from one another.
Each member of the quintet brings their own universe and experience, creating a powerful, rooted, and contemporary collective vision.

Aleph Quintet has received numerous awards, including “Revelation” by Jazz Magazine, “4 stars” by Le Soir, “Best Belgian Jazz Album” by Jazz à Liège, the French Music Press Award, and the Silver Tanit at the Carthage Musical Days. In addition, the group performs throughout the year in several countries: Belgium, France, Spain, Germany, Tunisia, Jordan, England…

Members

Akram Ben Romdhane – oud
Marvin Burlas – violin
Wajdi Riahi – piano
Théo Zipper – bass
Diogo Alexandre – drums