MatthewW
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Taiseer Elias in London
From SOAS:
Tue 25 Nov 2008
Taiseer Elias
Middle Eastern Oud Master
Taiseer Elias is master of both Eastern and Western music. An oud & violin player among the finest of the Middle East, and a leading figure in
classical Arab music, he was born in the Israeli Arab village of Shafram. With many works specially written for him by contemporary composers, he has
performed throughout the world both as a soloist and with different ensembles and orchestras.
more on the SOAS website.
The concert is free by the way! 
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hama
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Also see
http://www.southbankcentre.co.uk/music/productions/symphony-concert...
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John Erlich
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Taiseer's free solo concert in Davis, CA, USA last Spring was excellent and totally worthwhile for my family to attend, even though the 2-way train
tickets cost us $100.  He performed a mix of Ottoman (and Ottoman-style)
Classical repertoire as well as a couple of folk songs. He is a very technically proficient oudist.
Enjoy,
John
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Marina
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He is the head of Arabic music department at Jerusalem Rubin Academy. The guy is gooood.
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John Erlich
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All,
If you get a chance to talk to Taiseer, please add your voice to the chorus of those demanding that he record a solo CD! 
Thanks,
John
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Oud.Proff
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Hello all,
I say this is a must-see concert !
Taiseer Elias is indeed one of the most amazing oudists out there. His work within the great band (oud-violin-riq) named "Zeriab Trio" is quite
breathtaking.
It would be super if he plays "Zekrayat" (originally composed by Qasabji) in that festival, it's one the best by Dr. Taiseer and Zeriab Trio.... his
risha technique, Maqam modulations are awesome
Would be great if you can post some recordings in the future Matthew,
Regards,
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