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Oud & Pushing Back Against Conventions in Arabic Music | Huda Asfour

Breaking conventional boxes is at the core of Palestinian musician, composer, and singer-songwriter Huda Asfour’s artistic identity. This conversation delves into her rich heritage and a multifaceted career that spans from biomedical engineering to intimate live performances with ...  Show more

Palestinian Jazz: Taking Music Out of the Museum | Wanees Zarour

Starting at the Edward Said National Conservatory of Music at age seven, Palestinian composer and multi-instrumentalist Wanees Zarour discusses his musical journey, he details how he fell in love with string instruments like the violin and the buzuq. The conversation explores his ...  Show more

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