June 15, 2023 6:30-7:30PM Oud: Arabic Culture, Music, and History at The Museum for Art in Wood

 

Join us for an evening of music, culture, and history with Arab American composer, vocalist, and oud player Laith Alattar. We’ll learn about the instrument itself and its role in Arabic culture and society historically as well as in modern times, especially how it is used today as a means for preserving and showcasing Arab and Middle Eastern heritage and culture. We’ll also discuss Arabic music and the similarities and differences to Western music, all while Laith performs various musical examples. Join us for this exciting musical voyage!

About Laith Alattar

Arab American composer, vocalist, and oud player LAiTH ALATTAR performs an eclectic assortment of traditional, folk, and contemporary Arabic and Middle Eastern music, incorporating it with elements of classical, jazz, and other Western and World musical traditions. Click HERE to RSVP Free admission Museum for Art in Wood Phone: 2159238000 Email: info@museumforartinwood.org VENUE Museum for Art in Wood 141 N 3rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 United States + Google Map Phone: (215) 923-8000