Simon Shaheen is a renowned virtuoso of both the oud (lute) and violin, and is generally accepted as today’s greatest living Middle Eastern instrumentalist. Born in Galilee, he’s collaborated with many internationally renowned artists, and served as director/arranger for the Arabic string section that backed Sting and Cheb Mami at the Grammy Awards. Simon Shaheen is also a internationally acclaimed composer. His film compositions include Sheltering Sky, Malcolm X, and the United
Nations documentary For Everyone Everywhere.

Qantara is Simon Shaheen’s vision of world fusion music, a group of brilliant performers who bring together Arabic music, jazz, western classical, Indian, and other styles to create a scintillating show. These musicians are among the most sought-after stars on their instruments. Full of fire and adventure Qantara boldly crosses boundaries in a way few could hope to imitate.

Tickets: $12 Adults, $10 Faculty/Staff/Alumni/Senior Citizens, $8 Students, $7 Groups
SAU Students with current valid student ID are Free.

Visit the artist's their web site at www.demgmt.com.

Reserve Tickets:
online here
or by phone: 563/333-6251

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