Saul Berson's Asef is a Vancouver phenomenon, delighting audiences all over Vancouver with their unique blend of Middle Eastern Jazz. The name Asef has its origins in Arabic and Persian cultures—it’s a popular name in Muslim communities and carries spiritual and cultural significance. In Hebrew, the word means to gather or harvest.
With the band members’ many years of experience playing Balkan folk, Tango, Klezmer, Flamenco and Bebop, the rich musical stew honours many traditions with a goal of bringing people together.
With Saul Berson saxophones, Itamar Erez guitar, Sam Shoichet bass, and Liam MacDonald drums/percussion.
