Remembering: A Story of Immigration, Family, and the Search for Identity Through Music
Remembering is an intimate program that delves into the personal and professional journey of two remarkable artists and soulmates Aristides Rivas and Meena Malik. Aristides and Meena, both immigrants and parents, share their vulnerability and unique life stories through the medium of music.
Dream Eaters
The Dream Eaters is an intergenerational dance theatre piece and cultural project that explores trauma, imagination, healing and hope. The Dream Eaters theme explores dreams and nightmares and the transformation of the mind, body and spirit. Weaving a bold and compassionate tale, The Dream Eaters examines the roots of fear, brain function, and the community powers of healing. I was part of the team of artists who developed the following short pieces in January 2022:
Voci Angelica Trio
I was a founding member and performer with Voci Angelica Trio, an international band that created a musical fusion of world folk and classical music, for 14 years. During our time together, we released two albums and toured to the USA’s East Coast, Midwest and Southern regions, Canada, Japan, and South Korea. Check out one of our songs below:
Celebrity Series Living Room Concert
Cellist Aristides Rivas and vocalist Meena Malik -- two members of Neighborhood Arts favorite Voci Angelica Trio -- share a performance that will beautifully blend new compositions, traditional songs from around the world, and classical selections. Program book: flipsnack.com/cseries/aristides-rivas-meena-malik/full-view.html This is a living room concert from November 2020. Living room concerts are more casual and often take place from the artist's home or a bespoke studio at the Celebrity Series offices. Watch the concert here:
Youth Making Music Together
Youth Making Music Together (YMMT) was an after-school music program that offered creative and social integration for the young community of Everett, MA through music. I was one of the co-founders of the program.