Joseph Tawadros

Joseph Tawadros AM is a leading Oud virtuoso, composer and 4 time ARIA award winner.
Joseph was awarded the Member of the Order of Australia in 2016. Born in Cairo, he is currently living in London.

Biography

Joseph Tawadros 'Feathers' portrait by Daniel Sponiar

“At 34 years of age, Joseph Tawadros is one of the world’s leading oud performers and composers. A virtuoso of amazing diversity and sensitivity …

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Discography

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The Bluebird, The Mystic and the Fool (2018) “This album is organic music making. Five musicians, one studio, a few microphones and a whole lot of imagination. I write the music, but the guys just take it to another level.”

Albums

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  1. Capoeira by the Nile 'World Music' 2016 2:25
  2. Gem "Truth Seekers, Lovers and Warriors' 2015 4:15
  3. Bluegrass Nikriz 'Permission to Evaporate' 2014 6:36
  4. Freo 'Chameleons of the White Shadow' 2013 6:23
  5. Seafarer 'Concerto of the Greater Sea' 2012 5:57
  6. Self Knowledge The Prophet (2009) 02:02
  7. Stranger Angel - Limited Edition (2008) 05:24
  8. Light Angel - Limited Edition (2008) 06:38
  9. Cafe Riche Epiphany (2007) 07:57
  10. Dahab Visions (2006) 02:41
  11. Cairo Rouhani (2005) 07:07
  12. Bab El Hadid Storyteller (2004) 05:03
  13. Hallucination on a String Storyteller 07:07
  14. Anubis Joseph Tawadros 3:42

Reviews and media stories

"... a perfect conclusion to a performance that was all about challenging perceptions – of culture, identity and, of course, the oud itself. - BachTrack, London August 2018

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Photo Gallery

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Electronic Press Kit

  • About Joseph
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  • Media quotes

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