Origin: Born in Beirut, Lebanon, based in Paris, France
Genre: Jazz
Recommended Project: Trumpets of Michel-Ange
Ibrahim Maalouf is a French artist of Lebanese origin, blending classical, jazz, and Oriental influences into a unique musical style. In 2022, he became the first Lebanese instrumentalist to be nominated for a Grammy Award for his album Queen of Sheba. Maalouf believes jazz should not be exclusive to connoisseurs—his music is accessible and aims to attract audiences of all ages and backgrounds.