Yarub Smarait:
Is a pioneering violinist, composer, arranger, and music producer, whose career has taken him around the world, establishing him as a leading figure among a new generation of musicians from the Arab region. Originally from Amman, Jordan, Yarub now resides in Abu Dhabi, UAE. His music, inspired by traditional fusion, resonates with international appeal, blending intricate compositions into accessible, captivating soundscapes.
In recent years, Yarub founded Karma Productions, a state-of-the-art music production studio. Here, he has spearheaded major projects, including a fresh interpretation of the UAE National Anthem, the musical programming for Abu Dhabi Financial Week, the immersive sound experience at the Zayed National Museum, and the musical narration for the "Kalila wa Dimna" exhibition at the Louvre Abu Dhabi. His impressive portfolio extends to producing music for the Jordanian Crown Prince’s wedding, the halftime show at the Saudi King's Cup, an Arab national anthems medley for Ithra, and commemorative pieces like the Silver Jubilee celebration of King Abdullah II of Jordan’s accession to the throne.
In recent years, Yarub founded Karma Productions, a state-of-the-art music production studio. Here, he has spearheaded major projects, including a fresh interpretation of the UAE National Anthem, the musical programming for Abu Dhabi Financial Week, the immersive sound experience at the Zayed National Museum, and the musical narration for the "Kalila wa Dimna" exhibition at the Louvre Abu Dhabi. His impressive portfolio extends to producing music for the Jordanian Crown Prince’s wedding, the halftime show at the Saudi King's Cup, an Arab national anthems medley for Ithra, and commemorative pieces like the Silver Jubilee celebration of King Abdullah II of Jordan’s accession to the throne.