As much as Chicago music reverberates across the planet, musicians from all over the world share global sounds with this city. These five have deep roots in their own traditions, while seeking ...

Issa Boulos’ ring finger slid almost imperceptibly on the nay, a flute used in classical Arabic music. ‘This is the second note of the maqam, if you’re in Egypt,’ Boulos said. His finger slid another ...

Everyone knows that the Chicago Symphony Orchestra can play Bach, Beethoven and Brahms. The question was how the celebrated ensemble would handle Tan Dun, Chen Yi and Issa Boulos. Not surprisingly, ...

Issa Christo Boulos Stephan, passed away on Monday, February 14, 2022. He was a native of Lebanon and a resident of Hampton for 42 years. Issa Christo is preceded in rest by his wife, Maha Stephan; ...