MALEK JANDALI

A prolific composer and pianist, Malek’s works have received critical acclaim in major newspapers throughout Europe and North America. His works have been performed with several leading orchestras around the world such as the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, The Russian Philharmonic Orchestra, The Orpheus Radio Symphony, and the Ludwig Symphony Orchestra. He has been a frequent guest on National Public Radio (NPR), BBC, Radio France Musique and was featured on BBC, CNN, DW, PBS, Al Jazeera, Al Arabyia, and France 2 TV.

Jandali is the first Arab musician to arrange the oldest music notation in the world, which was featured in his 2008 album “Echoes from Ugarit”. He was the recipient of the 2011 “Freedom of Expression” award in Los Angeles for his song “Watani Ana – I am my Homeland”, as well as his activism in the Arab Spring movement for human rights and democracy. In 2012, he was recognized in New York City with the Arab-American Cultural Achievement Award.

His latest album "Emessa - Homs" includes original compositions recorded with The Russian Philharmonic Orchestra. The music was inspired by the people of Syria and their noble quest for freedom and human rights.

Jandali’s diverse career remains truly international, as he continues to captivate audiences in concerts throughout North America, Europe and the Middle East at such prestigious venues as Lafayette Park at the White House, The Kennedy Center, The Royal Conservatory of Toronto, The Music Institute of Chicago, St. John’s Smith Square in London, The Damascus Opera House, The Cairo Opera House, The Detroit Institute of Arts, and Wiener Konzerthaus among others.

Malek currently resides in New York and is a member of ASCAP. His music is published by Soul b Music and can be found on iTunes, CD Baby, Amazon and at Virgin Megastores worldwide.