NAWRAS ALTAKY
Nawras Altaky is a vocalist, composer, and Ud player based in Utrecht, the Netherlands. Born in 1995 in the As-Suwayda region of south Syria, Nawras has shared the stage with esteemed artists such as Caro Emerald, Ellen Ten Damme, Oene van Geel, Janne Schra, Kim Hoorweg, Nai Barghouti, Toni Roe, NBE, Nizar Rohana, and many others.
His compositions and performances are characterized by his exploration of new world music through interdisciplinary collaborations and contemporary music projects. They reflect his deep connection to different musical cultures, particularly Arabic and Western music. He skillfully merges these influences to create contemporary and modern compositions enriched with the beauty of Arabic melodies, the freedom of jazz harmonies, and the power of classical counterpoint.
Line-up
- Nawras Altaky – vocals, ud