I am an experienced Kanun player with over ten years of experience, passionate about performing and composing music for diverse artists' projects. I love collaborating with others to push creative boundaries and explore new artistic territories while connecting with artists worldwide. Throughout my career, I've been deeply involved in music production, composition, transcription, and teaching, which has enriched my understanding and skills in both classical and Oriental music. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and passion through instructing and coordinating various music initiatives.

Jarir Aana

I am an experienced Kanun player with over ten years of experience, passionate about performing and composing music for diverse artists' projects. I love collaborating with others to push creative boundaries and explore new artistic territories while connecting with artists worldwide. Throughout my career, I've been deeply involved in music production, composition, transcription, and teaching, which has enriched my understanding and skills in both classical and Oriental music. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and passion through instructing and coordinating various music initiatives.

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I am an experienced Kanun player with over ten years of experience, passionate about performing and composing music for diverse artists’ projects. I love collaborating with others to push creative boundaries and explore new artistic territories while connecting with artists worldwide.

Throughout my career, I’ve been deeply involved in music production, composition, transcription, and teaching, which has enriched my understanding and skills in both classical and Oriental music. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and passion through instructing and coordinating various music initiatives.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Music Producer at Syrian Cassette Archive Initiative
January 1, 2024 - Present
Digitalizing, restoration and research of the Syrian music recorded on the cassettes during the 20th century.
Music Composer at Freelance
January 1, 2021 - Present
Composing and arranging music for various production fields including animation, commercials, and YouTube channels.
Music Transcriber and Editor at Mari Orchestra
January 1, 2017 - Present
Transcribing and editing score and parts for the orchestra as well as assisting in scoring for different films.
Music Transcriber and Editor at Haneen Choir Network
December 31, 2020 - August 3, 2025
Notation and documentation of traditional Syrian music.
Kanun Player at Freelance
January 1, 2014 - Present
Collaborating with different Syrian artists including Mayada Bselis and Samir Kwefati. Touring around Syria and performing at many stages in concerts and festivals.
Artistic Coordinator at Al-Qafila Musical Project
December 31, 2021 - August 3, 2025
Instructing students majoring in Sound Engineering and giving lectures in Music Theory, Harmony and Reading.
Kanun Performance Teacher at Solhi Al-Wadi Institute of Music
December 31, 2021 - August 3, 2025
Introducing and teaching the instrument to kids of different ages as well as giving lessons in oriental music theories.
Music Theory Instructor at The Higher Institute of Dramatic Arts
December 31, 2021 - August 3, 2025
Instructing students majoring in Sound Engineering and giving lectures in Music Theory, Harmony and Reading.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree at The Higher Institute of Music
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Qualifications

Music Digitalization and Restoration
December 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Musical Composition and Arrangement
July 1, 2019 - July 31, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization