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Oud • Cello • Composition • Education

Mehyar Abboud

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Mehyar Abboud is a Berlin-based musician, composer, and music educator originally from Masyaf, Syria. An oud player whose artistry also includes cello and vocals, he is known for blending traditional Arabic musical language with harmonies and forms drawn from Western music across genres. Alongside an active performance and composition practice, he is committed to advancing a more interculturally inclusive approach to music education by connecting hands-on teaching with research on diversity in musical learning and pedagogy. Abboud holds both a Master of Arts and a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Freie Hochschule Stuttgart.

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Teaching

Teaching

Music education grounded in Waldorf pedagogy, rhythm work, ensemble coaching, and trans-cultural approaches.

Conducting or composing work

Composition

Composition that bridges Arabic maqām sensibilities with Western harmony and contemporary textures — for stage, ensembles, and recordings.

Performance

Performance

Collaborative projects with musicians and ensembles across genres — from intimate chamber settings to band work and stage performances.

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Based in Berlin — available for teaching, composing, and collaborations.

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