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- Extensive information about the culture of Lebanon and the Middle East, including a section on Arabic music.

- Descriptions, photos and players of many folkloric instruments, among which is the oud. There's a list of famous performers for each instrument, and some pictures.

Arabic Maqam World :

- Includes information, notation, and RealAudio samples of a couple dozen Arabic musical modes.

Arabic Music Information Source :

- Numerous reviews, RealAudio samples, and news stories on Arabic music, particularly popular artists and Khaliji stars.

The Arabic Music Page :

- This was formerly known as the FAQ (frequently asked questions) for the rec.music.arabic newsgroup. Good introductory information to Arabic music.

Bisher Rihani :

- Featuring links to songs and music resources, sites on Arabic culture and entertainment, live TV, radio and newspapers. With MP3s, RealAudio and MIDIs.

Common Bond :

- World music group from Israel performs originals combining blues, jazz, rock and ethnic styles. Audio and video, in English and Hebrew.

The Egyptian Castle :

- A site focused on Egyptian culture. The music area offers MIDI and RealAudio files, and information about leading artists. Also business, travel, live radio, live TV, shopping, and history.

Jas's-- Middle Eastern Rhythms FAQ :

- ASCII text renditions of Arab-style doumbek rhythms with MIDI examples of some.

Middle Eastern Music: Translated Song Lyrics :

- English translations of the lyrics of 40 popular Arabic, Turkish, Greek, Armenian, and Hebrew songs. Some are accompanied by RealAudio clips.

Progressive Music of North Africa :

- Contains sound clips and biographies of pioneer and contemporary performers from the region.

Quick and Dirty Guide to the Doumbek :

- Written guide on how to play Middle Eastern rhythms on Egyptian percussion instruments.

RomanySaad.com :

- Features Arabic MP3s and streaming radio, song lyrics translated into English, and artist pages for Amr Diab, Abd al-Halim Hafiz, and Kazemel Saher.