Irfan Rais (also known as CylindricalCake) is a multi-instrumentalist and a collector of folk songs from around the world. His musical journey began at the age of 12 when he started his training as a Chinese classical musician with the focus on yangqin (hammered dulcimer) performance. As part of his personal practice, he also collects and performs folk songs and tunes from all over the world, which he has learnt from people he has met along the way. His sets bring people on a journey through different places and time.