Aly Eissa is a self-taught oud player, composer, and improviser based in Cairo, Egypt. He was mentored by legendary composer Abdo Dagher and oud virtuoso Hazem Shahin. Eissa’s style is deeply rooted in the Egyptian classical and folk traditions and influenced by various styles. Since 2012, Eissa has been regularly performing his compositions solo and with ensembles for live audiences, creating versatile and twisted meditative atmospheres throughout the musical experience.
Aly Eissa plays a set of his original compositions. They are long, playful pieces of music with many layers of genre and feeling. Aly’s improvisations make each set unique and fully outstretched to connect with the audience.
alyeissa.com
Doors 7.30 | music 8pm | £10 cash
