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Yasmine Azaiez

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World renowned Tunisian/Indian Violinist, singer and Composer Yasmine Azaiez studied at the prestigious Yehudi Menuhin School in the UK then went on to study at the New England Conservatory in Boston. Specializing in World music and Contemporary, she has performed in venues such as the Royal Albert Hall UK, Bimhuis in Amsterdam, The Cultural Center in Beijing China, The Cairo Royal Opera House in Egypt, Jordan Hall in Boston USA, and Royal Omani Opera house amongst many others. Yasmine and her band have also played at the prestigious National festival Carthage Festival in Tunisia, which was attended by 7000 people. Yasmine has performed with many legendary musicians such as Naseer Shamma, Mistlav Rostropovich, Guinness book of world record holder Cory Pesaturo, Kinan Azmeh, Apollo Liberace, Ramy Ayach and Rami Khalifa . She has been sponsored by Wood violins, Volta Violins, Roswell Pro Audio and in 2017 by Samsung Tunisia. In 2019 Yasmine Azaiez created the first large violin competition in Tunisia, sponsored by the British Council, created to encourage the Tunisian youth to pursue their passions in music. In Tunisia, Yasmine has been recognised for her many achievements. She was invited to play the National Anthem at the Presidential Palace in front of the Late President, Beji Caid Essebsi, elected one of the 100 Future Leaders of Tunisia in 2017 and was on the Jury of Miss Tunisia. Yasmine Azaiez currently resides in Los Angeles. Her new 2025 Album 'Shivas Shoes' was produced by Ashish Manchanda { who's credits include the late Michael Jackson Album 'Invincible' } The music is a vibrant blend showcasing North African/Indian heritage with complex yet danceable rhythms, passionate melodies while highlighting her Classical technique. Yasmine's band consists of 6 award winning musicians which include two percussionists, a bassist and guitarist. Yasmine Azaiez secondary project is a Solo Liveset inspired by musicians such as Monolink and Be Svendson. Staying true to her background, Yasmine's Liveset is a blend of Middle Eastern and contemporary melodies, Afrohouse beats and ambient textures. She has been invited to perform at Burning Man and Lightning in Bottle Festival as a Solo Liveset Act.

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This page was last updated on 2026-03-30.

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