On The Banks of the Tigris Tells the Hidden Story of Iraqi Music
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29.02.2016

On The Banks of the Tigris Tells the Hidden Story of Iraqi Music

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On The Banks Of The Tigris: The Hidden Story of Iraqi Music was awarded Best Documentary at the Baghdad International Film Festival. The film was made in Melbourne and tells the story of Iraqi-Australian exile Majid Shokor’s journey from Melbourne to Europe, Israel and Iraq to discover the source of the music he has always loved. The opening night will feature Joseph Tawadros – virtuoso oud player and winner of three Aria Awards – in a live performance.