About
Ali Paris is celebrated for his artistry on the qanun, a traditional instrument dating back to the 14th century. Blending Middle Eastern music with jazz and Western classical, Ali has been called an “unrivaled, unique artist” by the late Quincy Jones and “one of the most eclectic and diverse artists” by Paul Simon. Born in Morocco, Ali graduated from Berklee College of Music in Boston. He has won numerous international accolades and collaborated with Paco De Lucia, Concha Buika, Alicia Keys, Bobby McFerrin and Jack DeJohnette. Ali has performed at the White House, the Kennedy Center, the Newport and Montreux jazz festivals and the Royal Palace in Jordan. A soloist with the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Michigan Philharmonic, he was featured in the Grammy-winning Spanish documentary Entre2aguas and the religious drama Noah. In addition to his musical achievements, Ali has collaborated with other artists to support such initiatives as Doctors Without Borders, Save a Child’s Heart, and Keep a Child Alive.
