Born in Shafaa`mr in the lower Galilee, Saied Silbak is a distinguished London-based Palestinian composer and oud player who transcends cultural borders. His musical journey began with classical piano at age four, but it was his teenage transition to the oud that sparked a lifelong immersion into the soul of Palestinian and Arabic music. This dual foundation in Eastern and Western traditions defines his sophisticated and evocative approach to composition and improvisation. 

Silbak’s academic pedigree is extensive; after training and teaching at the ‘Beit Almusica’ Conservatoire, he studied Music and Psychology at the University of Haifa before earning a Masters from London’s prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama. His career is marked by various collaborations with international artists and contributions to major projects, including Ken Loach’s film The Old Oak. 

Now based in London, his signature sound is a masterful fusion of Arabic, Turkish, Indian, jazz, and Western classical influences. A sought-after performer on the international stage, Silbak has captivated audiences at festivals across the UK, Europe, North Africa, and South America, establishing himself as a vital, "boundary-blurring" voice in contemporary global music.