Mahala Rai Banda is a Romanian musical group known for their high-energy blend of traditional Romani music with contemporary influences such as jazz, hip-hop, and electronic music. They have gained international recognition for their unique sound and electrifying live performances. Throughout the concert, Mahala Rai Banda will showcase their exceptional musicianship and lively stage presence, bringing the audience on a musical journey through the rich cultural heritage of Romani music. The concert will be a celebration of music, culture, and diversity, highlighting the vibrant spirit of Timișoara as a city of culture. The Mahala Rai Banda concert will be organized in connection with the finishing of the exhibition "Chronic Desire" by Mihaela Cîmpeanu and Sead Kazanxhiu and with the exhibition in the RomaMoMA Library at Maria Tereza Bastion, organized in collaboration with the Intercultural Institute Timișoara.
This project is part of the “Timisoara 2023- European Capital of Culture” Programme and is funded by the Municipality of Timisoara, through the Center for Projects.