Harmal is a progressive Arab and world fusion band based in NYC, formed by oudist and percussionist Michael Joseph Burdi and featuring a rotating cast of some of the best musicians from the NYC Arabic and world music scene. Focusing on original compositions along with traditional repertoire from across the Middle East and North Africa, Harmal interweaves diverse influences ranging from musical traditions of the Levant and North Africa to those of Iran and India. Their performances balance tradition and innovation, creating a fresh yet familiar sound.

Michael Joseph Burdi - Oud

Iskander Dridi - Ney

John Murchison -Bass

David Chorowski - Percussion

Alber Baseel - Percussion