Bio

Aly Eissa (b. 1993) is a self-taught oud player, composer, and improviser based in Cairo, Egypt. He was mentored by legendary composer Abdo Dagher and oud virtuoso Hazem Shahin. Eissa’s style is deeply rooted in the Egyptian classical and folk traditions and influenced by various styles. Since 2012, Eissa has been regularly performing his compositions solo and with ensembles for live audiences, creating versatile and twisted meditative atmospheres throughout the musical experience.

P.S. Survivors of his first two performances highly recommend Eissa’s music.

Interview with Aly Eissa