11/09/2026
Omid Darvish (Omid Darvish °.• امید درویش) hosts a special musical encounter with Rojin Sharafi, Thomas Wagensommerer and Jorge Sánchez-Chiong.
Moving between Iranian musical traditions, electronic sound, improvisation and contemporary music, four distinctive voices come together for an evening that embraces experimentation and the unexpected.
09.10.2026
Das Margareten (Das Margareten)
DE/SEMBLE Festival
October 8-11, 2026
Vienna, Austria
Day Tickets & Festivalpasses available now.
Omid Darvish (Omid Darvish °.• امید درویش)
Omid Darvish, originally from Tehran and now based in Vienna, is a distinguished singer, composer, and tanbur player. He is the driving force behind the music projects Huuum and Kurdophone, both of which focus on reinterpreting Iranian folk music, including Kurdish, Balochi, Luri, and other traditional styles, in a contemporary context. His work seamlessly blends these traditions with elements of jazz, electronic, and metal music, establishing him as a prominent figure in Austria’s music scene.
With a diverse vocal repertoire ranging from traditional techniques to jazz and metal influences, Omid Darvish is known for his deep, resonant voice and impressive vocal range. His compositions reflect a deep engagement with musical heritage while pushing the boundaries of genre and style.
Through his innovative approach, Omid Darvish bridges cultural traditions and modern sounds, offering a unique perspective on the evolution of Iranian folk music in the global music landscape.
Photo by Mehdi Rahmati.
Rojin Sharafi (Rojin Sharafi)
Rojin Sharafi is a Tehran-born, Vienna-based sound artist, composer, and performer working across electroacoustic music, noise, and experimental electronics. Her visceral sonic language blends analog, acoustic, and digital tools, exploring tension, rupture, and transformation.
Praised by The Wire for her “thrilling, variegated” sound world, Sharafi’s latest album O.O.Orifice follows critically acclaimed releases including Urns Waiting to be Fed (2019), Zangaar (2020), and Kariz (2021). She also performs with the folk futurist ensemble HUUUM (HկկկM). Her work has been presented internationally, from London to New Yo