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The Middle East and Arab World have a rich musical tradition. The music of the Levant and North Africa has found its way to western ears through the popularisation of ‘world’ music over the past two decades.

Pupils can be invited to research an Arab world musician:

Algeria - Cheb Mami -

Algeria - Cheb Khalid -

Iraq - Kazem Al Sahir

Morocco - Master Musicians of Jajouka

Pupils can explore the range of traditional Arab music and musical instruments:

Instruments of the Middle East

Traditional Omani music

One Giant Leap is a global music project looking to examine a broad range of human issues through music from as many cultures as possible:

One Giant Leap website and teaser video for their next project.

Powerpoints for Teachers

Gulf Music Powerpoint

Watch this page over the coming months for further resources generated from the expedition!