Rhythm and Movement

Souhail Kaspar

SOUHAIL KASPAR (master percussionist on Egyptian tablah / darabuka ) is a highly acclaimed performer on Near Eastern percussion instruments. Born in Lebanon, Mr. Kaspar received his early musical training in Syria, where he assimilated the basic theory and technique of Arab percussion playing from established artists and had the opportunity to play with various celebrated ensembles and vocalists. In the United States, he has been performing in Middle Eastern nightclubs in Los Angeles and accompanying stars in this country and abroad. In addition to displaying mastery on the tablah, he also plays the tar, a large frame drum, the mashar, a large tambourine and the riqq, a small tambourine. Mr. Kaspar is widely known for his brilliant technique and his ability to move the audience with his extraordinary rhythmic improvisations. His most recent project include soundtracks to the movies "The Siege", "The Prince of Egypt", & "Simbad" and a music CD for "The Kronos Quartet"