Basra: Musical Instrument Makers
Date: 2016
The article describes the work of Thabit al-Basri, a 72-year-old craftsman who makes ouds in Basra. These are much sought after, being sold across the Arab-speaking world and in Europe.
Citation: Reuters, “In Basra workshop, Iraqi oud maker crafts sought-after instruments,” 18 April 2016. https://www.reuters.com/article/us-iraq-oudmaker-idCAKCN0XF1TS (last consulted: 16 January 2022).
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