About me,

Shble Saleem

Oud Virtuoso | Composer | Maqam Educator | Master Luthier

"Shble Saleem is a Syrian-Norwegian Oud virtuoso, composer, and master luthier. With extensive experience performing across international stages, leading intercultural music ensembles, and teaching Arabic Maqam at European academic institutions, Shble bridges classical Oriental heritage with contemporary global sounds.""شبلي سليم، عازف عود ومؤلف موسيقي وصانع آلات سوري نرويجي. يمتلك خبرة واسعة في العزف على المسارح الدولية، وقيادة الفرق الموسيقية المتقاطعة مع الثقافات المختلفة، وتدريس المقامات العربية في المؤسسات الأكاديمية الأوروبية. يجمع في مشروعه الفني بين أصالة التراث الشرقي والتجديد الموسيقي المعاصر."

Rast Taksim - Maouzoun Concert 2022

Featured Projects & Ensembles🔘 Solo Oud Performances & Cultural Events (UAE - Dubai)
Freelancer, delivering refined solo Oud performances for high-profile cultural events, corporate galas, and prestigious Ramadan musical evenings across Dubai and the UAE. Blending classical Oriental heritage with an authentic, sophisticated atmosphere tailored for VIP audiences and cultural venues.🔘 Sharqi Ensemble
Founded in Oslo (2020) by Shble Saleem, Inger Hannisdal, and Michaela Antal Myhr.
An intercultural musical initiative in collaboration with Oslo Municipality, introducing Arabic music and heritage to diverse audiences, including minority communities, refugees, and Norwegian youth through educational and live concert series.🔘Takht Tøyen
An ensemble co-founded by Oud virtuoso Shble Saleem and violinist Inger Hannisdal, accompanied by percussionist Jamal Safi. The group interprets classic Middle Eastern compositions through dynamic live interplay and authentic Maqam arrangements.🔘 Tési Trio
Featuring Eduardo Scaramuzza (Brazil), Mazlum Karataş (Kurdistan), and Shble Saleem (Syria).
An innovative cross-cultural trio bridging Brazilian rhythms, Kurdish melodies, and Arabic Oud traditions into a captivating world music experience.🔘 Maouzoun Project
Co-founded with Norwegian violinist Inger Hannisdal.
A recording and composition project exploring the intricate forms and rhythmic structures (Wazen) of classical Arabic music, creating new works that reflect Syrian heritage, Norwegian traditions, and the cosmopolitan sounds of Oslo.🔘Gro Siri & Shble Saleem Duo (Modus House - Oslo)
A collaborative Duo project with Gro Siri Ognøy at Modus House (Center for Medieval Music in Oslo). Blending Western medieval music with traditional Oriental Maqam structures, the Duo released their debut album in 2023 and continues to record original compositions and arrangements.🔘Master Luthier & Handcrafted Oud Making
With over 6 years of dedicated artisan experience.
Crafting custom, high-end acoustic Ouds using meticulously selected woods. Combining traditional craftsmanship with precise acoustic engineering to deliver exceptional sound quality, resonance, and aesthetic elegance for professional musicians and collectors.