Our Event Series Fund
Your sponsorship at any level makes our programs possible. Your gift to the 2026-27 Concert & Lecture Series lets us attract and properly compensate outstanding speakers and performers.
Past event
HYE Fusion, Middle Eastern Band
Friday, August 7th, 2026, 6:00pm
About this event
This trio of classically trained musicians blends Western jazz favorites with the irresistible rhythms and melodies of their Middle Eastern backgrounds for a thrilling evening of East-meets-West fusion. Get ready for an unforgettable evening as these three virtuoso musicians take you on a unique musical journey that will have you dancing in the aisles. Mal Barsamian is a multi-talented instrumentalist equally skilled on classical and rhythm guitars, clarinet, saxophone, and the traditional Middle Eastern oud. Harry Bedrossian is a classically trained concert pianist who has embraced the Jazz tradition through the work of Oscar Petersen and Bill Evans. He is also an accomplished oud player. Charles Dermenjian is a talented percussionist who has shared the stage with a number of jazz greats and performed extensively both nationally and internationally. He plays the doumbek, a traditional percussion instrument common throughout Middle Eastern cultures.
Tonight’s non-profit partner
Gloucester Education Fund
In the spirit of giving back to the community, each concert is partnered with a Cape Ann non-profit organization. The public is invited to make a free-will donation.
The Gloucester Education Foundation drives innovation, encourages creativity, expands student opportunities and empowers educators to strengthen teaching and learning in the Gloucester Public School District.
Since 2005, The Gloucester Education Foundation has brought more than $6 million in funding for programs in the Gloucester Public Schools. GEF funding touches every school and every child at some point in his or her educ0ation and provides innovation and enrichment across academic subject areas.
Learn how you can get involved by visiting thinkthebest.org
Location
Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church
Address: Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church — 10 Church Street, Gloucester, MA 01930
