Brooklyn Maqam is an organization dedicated to presenting Middle Eastern (in particular, Arabic) music, with the goals of expanding its audience, preserving it as an art form, and building community centered around the music.

This month:
Donia Massoud: Folk Gossips A Cappella From Egypt

Donia Massoud will present a collection of ancient Egyptian and Arab songs in an intimate a cappella performance. These songs, once on the brink of disappearing, reveal captivating stories through their music.

Donia Massoud is a singer, actress, and music researcher. She has revived nearly lost Egyptian and Arab music traditions, performing them in theatrical settings. Her work has been showcased internationally, including at prestigious venues like the Cairo Opera House and the Institut du Monde Arabe.