Drawing upon the traditional melodies of the Middle East and South Asia combined with those of Jewish music, Salaam-Shalom (which means “peace” in both Arabic and Hebrew) affirms the possibilities for mutual learning, enrichment and goodwill among Jews, Muslims and Christians. Salaam-Shalom members reach out to each other to teach and celebrate their heritage through music.

The Salaam-Shalom Music Project comprises distinguished artists from the Maxwell Street Klezmer Band and the Arab and Muslim professional music community, including first- and second-generation artists from Egypt, Pakistan, Jordan, Palestine, and the former Soviet Union. The ensemble draws from the wellsprings of ancestral folk songs and dances. The oud (Arabic lute), daf (hand-held drum), ney (Arabic flute) as well as violin, clarinet, and double bass create an entrancing atmosphere of spirit and spirituality.

https://www.salaamshalommusic.org/