Genres:
Ethno jazz, world fusion
Get to know him:
Rabih Abou-Khalil is a Lebanese musician and composer, known for bringing the oud into jazz and contemporary music. He blends traditional Arabic music with jazz, improvisation, classical influences, and world music. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with artists from all over the world and released numerous albums exploring the fusion of cultures and musical styles.
Iconic Album:
One of Rabih Abou-Khalil’s most important albums is Blue Camel (1992). On this record, he combines the traditional Arabic oud with jazz, percussion, and Western influences, creating a distinctive and modern sound. Blue Camel is a landmark in his career and a clear example of his unique musical fusion, which brought international attention to his work.
Line-up:
Rabih Abou-Khalil (Lebanon) – oud
Mateusz Smoczynski (Poland) – violin
Jarrod Cagwin (USA) – drums & percussion
Krzysztof Lenczowski (Poland) – cello