Jad Atoui

Jad Atoui, a Beirut-based sound artist and improviser, explores various sonic creative practices including live performance, composition, installations, and workshops. His focus on electronic and electro-acoustic music is shaped by his experiences in New York's avant-garde scene, where he acquired improvisational techniques while working at The Stone and The Guggenheim Museum.

He has worked and performed alongside musicians such as John Zorn, Laurie Anderson, Pauline Oliveros, and Robert Aiki Aubrey Lowe. Atoui has created commissioned sound compositions for ensembles and institutions such as Yarn/Wire, Distractfold Ensemble, and The Riyadh Biennial.

Beyond performance and composition, Atoui is dedicated to amplifying material and creating instruments within the realms of installation art, commissioned compositions, and educational workshops. His work has been featured at institutions including E-flux, Cafe Oto, Flag Foundation, Sharjah Art Foundation, The Stone, and Beirut Art Center.

Additionally, Atoui has released music both solo and with artists such as Anthony Sahyoun in the duo "NP", Jawad Nawfal, Chuck Bettis, Sharif Sehnaoui, the Kinematic Ensemble, and a trio with Anthony Sahyoun and Sandy Chammoun, who are preparing to release their debut album.

Selected Live Performances

Residencies

Installations & Commissions

contact: atoui.jad@gmail.com