Salaam Ensemble
Souhail Kaspar - Virtuoso drummer and Arabic percussionist (Arabic styles)
Souhail Kaspar is a master percussionist, known worldwide for his brilliant technique, exciting performances and teaching skills. Born in Lebanon and trained at Nadi al-Fonun al-Arabia, Conservatory of Traditional Arabic Music in Aleppo, Syria, where he received a Degree in Classical Arabic Performance. He has traveled extensively during his 34-year career and has performed with artists such as Sting, Kenny Burrell, and with Arabic superstars such as Sabah, Feiruz, Cheb Mami, George Wassouf, Ragheb Alama, Kathem al-Saher, and Faiza Ahmed. His recording credits for movie soundtracks include The Prince of Egypt and Sinbad.
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