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Majd Sukar (also credited as Majd Sekkar) is a Toronto-based Syrian-Canadian clarinetist, saxophonist, and composer renowned for blending Middle Eastern folk and classical traditions with contemporary jazz. A prolific collaborator and founder of Sham Blues, Majd Sukar has been a vibrant presence in Arabic, Turkish, and Persian music scenes across Canada. His Quartet explores the crossroads where traditional maqam melodies meet modern improvisation, delivering performances that are both intimate and expansive.