Musical Acts

"Wow,, very impressed with the show. The song selections and performances are on par with the original artist that did the songs. The bands interaction with the audiance is amazing. The audiance loved when the band members took turns coming off stage and performing with them on the dance floor. What an incredible band. One of the best bands I have watched in tampa in a long time."

" Yaz xxx oud player is widely regarded as a very good, highly respected oud player. Here’s why musicians, critics, and venues take him seriously: 🎵 Musical Skill & Reputation • Strong technical command of the oud: His playing shows control, speed, and expressive phrasing, especially in improvisation (taqsim). • Expressive style: Critics often highlight the emotional depth and atmosphere of his playing rather than just flashiness. • Comparisons to top players: He has been compared in reviews to internationally respected oud masters like Anouar Brahem, which is high praise in the oud world. 🌍 Professional Recognition • Major venues & festivals: He has performed at places like Ronnie Scott’s, the Barbican, Royal Festival Hall, WOMAD, and Glastonbury — venues that book only high-level musicians. • Serious collaborations: Playing with artists such as Robert Plant, Natacha Atlas, Cheb Mami, and Transglobal Underground indicates strong peer recognition. • Longevity: He has maintained an active career for decades, which usually only happens when a musician is consistently good and in demand. 🎶 Musical Value • He’s not just a technician — he’s also a composer and bandleader, able to integrate the oud into jazz, blues, and world-music contexts without losing its traditional character. • His work with Fantazia and later ensembles shows versatility across traditional and contemporary styles. Bottom line If you measure “good” by: • technical ability ✅ • musical expression ✅ • professional respect ✅ • sustained career at high-level venues"

"We wanted to thank you again for your fantastic musical contribution last Saturday. My brother was very pleasantly surprised, especially since he's a keyboardist himself. And the music was just right in style and volume."

"Hi Alec Kevin and I want to say a big thank you for being at our wedding last weekend! Everyone enjoyed your presence, especially the little kids 😂. You have been wonderful and I'll definitely recommend everyone to you. Wish you all the best!! Love Cindy and Kevin "

"You are the best. Thankfully Thanks again Theodoros "

"The band is professional with a vast experience and the two of them are so wonderful to work with! 🤗❤️❤️"