Arab American Heritage Month: National Arab Orchestra Takht Ensemble

In celebration of Arab American Heritage Month, the Detroit Institute of Arts in partnership with National Arab Orchestra music director Michael Ibrahim will present three concerts celebrating Arab music and poetry, both classical and contemporary. Performances will be presented in the relaxing setting of the DIA’s Kresge Court throughout April.

The NAO Takht Ensemble was founded by Michael Ibrahim in 2010 as the premiere traditional ensemble performing classical repertoire. The ensemble is comprised of instruments such as the oud (Arab lute), the qanun (Arab zither), the nay (Arab reed flute), violin, riqq (Arab tambourine), table (Arab goblet drum), and bass.

The National Arab Orchestra Takht Ensemble performs classical and contemporary Arab music otherwise known as tarab music.