Adam Maalouf

Lebanese-American composer, performer and educator whose pantam work bridges Arabic, Indian, jazz, classical and electronic musical languages.

Adam Maalouf is a Lebanese-American multi-instrumentalist, composer and educator whose work places the pantam within a broad intercultural musical practice. Trained in percussion and composition through institutions including Eastman and Berklee, he has also studied with musicians in India and the Middle East, developing an approach that connects Arabic rhythmic traditions, Indian concepts, jazz improvisation, classical structure and electronic production. His performances range from solo pantam work to ensemble projects and international collaborations, with melody and rhythm treated as equally important. Alongside touring and recording, he teaches through workshops and programs such as Pantam Collective and East River, helping players understand both technique and wider musicianship. His profile demonstrates how the instrument can participate in complex ensemble dialogue without losing its distinctive resonance.