The Arab word behind the term maqam has multiple meanings: it is both a melodic scale as well as a technique of musical improvisation and a Sufi spiritual practice. Accompanying Di Stefano on stage at Goldoni Theatre on November 22 is Amir ElSaffar, a vocalist and woodwind instrumentalist. The two met thanks to Bianchi Hoesch Lorenzo, a sound composer and engineer. All artists are well known in the Biennale circles. Michele Di Stefano was awarded the Silver Lion in 2014 for his innovative contributions to dance