Samir Nasr Eddine
Samir Nasr Eddine is a Lebanese Oud soloist, composer, and educator with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Sciences and Oud from the Lebanese National
Higher Conservatory of Beirut, which he obtained in 2001. He is an ambitious Oud player who has always sought to push the boundaries
of his instrument by exploring various music genres, including Baroque, Classical, Flamenco, and Jazz,
while still maintaining its unique oriental Arabic essence.
Projects
“Oud Without Borders” is an innovative musical endeavor led by Samir Nasr Eddine, a highly skilled Lebanese Oud virtuoso and composer. This project aims to explore the versatility of the Oud, an iconic Arabic instrument, by fusing it with various musical styles from around the world. By incorporating Classical, Latin, Flamenco, Jazz, and other genres, “Oud Without Borders” pushes the boundaries of traditional Oud music while preserving the instrument’s authentic oriental essence.
At the heart of this project are the original compositions by Samir Nasr Eddine, which form the majority of the extensive repertoire. These compositions reflect his vision and showcase the fusion of different musical traditions with the Oud as the central voice. Alongside these original works, the project also features well-known Arabic and world music standards, further highlighting the global appeal and cross-cultural nature of “Oud Without Borders.”
“Oud Without Borders” offers a musical experience that transcends geographical and cultural boundaries. By merging the rich heritage of the Oud with diverse musical styles, this fusion project creates a harmonious dialogue between different traditions, showcasing the universal language of music.
Beyond Frontiers Quartet is an inspiring musical project led by Samir Nasr Eddine, virtuoso oud player and composer, in collaboration with outstanding musicians from Switzerland: Mirko Maio on piano, Manu Hagmann on double bass, and Noé Tavelli on drums, joined by Dida Guigan on vocals. Blending diverse musical traditions, the quartet embarks on a rich and dynamic cross-cultural journey. Performing original compositions by Samir Nasr Eddine, their sound weaves together Middle Eastern roots, jazz language, and contemporary improvisation, creating a musical dialogue that truly transcends borders. Beyond Frontiers is a celebration of diversity, a meeting point of musical worlds, and an exploration of new sonic landscapes. Their performances invite audiences on an evocative journey where tradition and modernity merge, revealing the boundless possibilities of musical collaboration.
Samir Nasr Eddine & Alexandre Cellier
A transcultural musical collaboration bringing together oud player Samir Nasr Eddine (Lebanon) and multi-instrumentalist Alexandre Cellier (Switzerland). A space for exchange and co-creation, an artistic exploration through improvisation, shared composition, and sound experimentation.
The artists explore the links between Arabic maqam practices, jazz-based musical approaches using the oud, piano, flutes, hang, duduk, and contemporary sound research.
“Beirut-Express” is the result of a concert organized by Dida Guigan in Lausanne after the terrible explosion that hit the Lebanese capital in 2020. Touched by the generosity of the musicians and the enthusiasm of the public, the Lebanese-Swiss who grew up in Cully decided to expand the project beyond the unique event. A project built and designed as a tribute to the Arab heritage in jazz.
A Modern Choreography Performance By Omar Rajeh
Music Composition Samir Nasr Eddine
Previous Events
Beyond Frontiers – Samir Nasr Eddine Quartet
Moonlight Over Two Worlds
Oud Without Borders
Le Jeudi Musical à St. Maron
Oud Without Borders Trio
Liban, mère d’Europa
Oud Solo Concert: Celebrating National Minorities in Romania
Symphonic Concert: Celebrating National Minorities in Romania
Beytna
Oud Solo Concert
Beyrouth Express
Au-delà des Frontières – Workshop
Beyrouth Express
Oud Without Borders
Beytna
Beyrouth Express
Beirouth Express
Beirouth Express
Beirouth Express
Beirouth Express
Oud Without Borders
Oud Without Borders
Le Monnot
Le Monnot
Beirouth Express
Beirouth Express
Oud Without Borders
Beirouth Express
Beirouth Express
Beytna Performance
Oud Without Borders
Oud Without Borders
Beytna Performance
Oud Without Borders
Oud Without Borders
Oud Without Borders
Beirouth Express
Beirouth Express
The Lucerne-Beirut Connection
The Lucerne-Beirut Connection
The Lucerne-Beirut Connection
Oud Without Borders
Oud Without Borders
Au-delà des Frontières
Beirouth Express
Oud Concerto – Oud Trio Album Release
Upcoming Events
UPCOMING
A Bridge Made of Sound – Samir Nasr Eddine & Alexandre Cellier
Beyrouth Express
Samir Nasr Eddine – Oud Solo Concert
Samir Nasr Eddine – Oud Solo Concert
Beyond Frontiers – Samir Nasr Eddine Quartet
A Tribute to the Baalbeck International Festival
Oud Without Borders – Samir Nasr Eddine Trio
Press & Interviews
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