This video is part 1 of my research and recordings we did in Cairo for a as yet unreleased documentary. Click the image to watch…

Take a look at the history and story of this iconic instrument that has had such an impact on modern music from jazz to funk to soul and beyond…

What do German immigrants, an Austrian emperor, a Czechoslovakian Polka and a French invasion have in common? ..... They all led to the story that I’m about to tell you.

The musical bow and the mouth bow might just be one of the oldest instruments known. Hailing from my home country of South Africa and beyond, this is very likely the instrument from whence all stringed instruments once came. Check it!

My latest video is part 2 of the previous video ‘Ancient Egyptian Music' and is an interview between the Zakaria Ibrahim and Mamdouh Elkady, founder and manager respectively.

The Esraj from India is one of my favorite instruments ever. And this episode filmed on top of Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa, which is also perhaps my favorite place on the planet, will take you through the intricacies and history of this uniquely Indian instrument.

I have made over 70 videos on my YouTube channel showcasing instruments, musicians, music theory and music technology. Go take a look by clicking the pic…