Noor Amal al-Barood: the blind oud player of Gaza
Though the Gaza Strip is still in ruins, one oud player has maintained her art - and her hope - in the face of daily struggles
Noor treats her friends to a private performance (Noor Harazeen)
Published date: Mercredi 8 juillet 2015 - 23:37
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Last update: 9 years 4 months ago
Though Israel's bombardment of Gaza is now almost a year old, the Strip is still struggling to repair and recover.
But in spite of the difficulties, Palestinians have managed to maintain their cultural activities.
Noor Amal al-Barood knows more than anyone the struggle to maintain her optimism in the face of adversity.
Middle East Eye caught up with Noor, who is Gaza's sole blind oud player, to talk to her about her music and her life:
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