Kamilya Jubran

The Maqam and Beyond

Kamilya Jubran infuses the ancient power of classical Arabic music with contemporary interpretation. In Arabic classical music, a maqam, like an Indian raga or Western classical musical mode, shapes the melodic development of compositions. An extraordinary vocalist, Jubran is rooted in the classical tradition of the maqam.

Singing modern poetry from Palestine, Iraq, and beyond, Jubran gaves voice to a passionate and personal program at the Asia Society that explores the idea of “place” in shaping the stages of life.

Part of Muslim Voices: Arts and Ideas Festival