Historical Figure
Rihab Azar
Modern
Luke Daniels is an English multi-instrumentalist, singer, and composer who grew up in Sonning Common, South Oxfordshire. Daniels grew up playing the melodeon in the Irish tradition and gained early recognition after winning the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award in 1992.
Connection to Damascus
Born in Damascus; graduated from the Conservatoire of Damascus; performed with the Syrian Female Oriental Takht (2006-2015).
Known for
First woman solo oudist with the Syrian National Orchestra; AKDN-recognized artist.
Lifespan
c. 1988
Biography
Luke Daniels is an English multi-instrumentalist, singer, and composer who grew up in Sonning Common, South Oxfordshire. Daniels grew up playing the melodeon in the Irish tradition and gained early recognition after winning the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award in 1992.