Ali Omar El-Farouk is an Egyptian-Canadian guitarist and oud player whose career spans over 25 years, performing across Egypt, Canada, the U.S., and Europe. Rooted in rock and blues from his Cairo upbringing, he later embraced jazz, enriching his style with African, Latin, and classical Arabic influences. His trio's 2019 album, "Ela Mataa?", debuted at the Festival du Monde Arabe de Montréal. El-Farouk has also composed soundtracks for various films and series, showcasing his versatility as a musician. ([aliomarelfarouk.com](https://aliomarelfarouk.com/bio?utm_source=openai))