Omran Zain

Omran Zain

Omran Zain studied Arabic classical singing at the Higher Institute for Music in Damascus, Syria, where he had the opportunity to study under the tutelage of skilled specialists. Omran has skillfully mastered fusing his specialization in classical singing with contemporary jazz. As a member of the National Syrian Orchestra, he performed at the Damascus Opera House. He also had the opportunity to work with the English band, Gorillaz. In 2016, Omran embarked on a successful European tour, including the Netherlands, United Kingdom, Denmark, Germany and Turkey, where he performed at renowned festivals such as Glastonbury and Roskilde. In 2017, he performed at WOMAD Festival in the UK. In 2018, he performed at the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. In addition to his ongoing compositions of original music, Omran’s forthcoming project sees him converting various traditional Arabic works into modern jazz pieces that incorporate elements of expressive dance and performance.