From Khartoum to the Heartland:
The Oud Artistry of Mahmoud Malik

PS1 Close House
538 S Gilbert St
7:00–8:30pm

Experience a one-of-a-kind performance by master musician Mahmoud Malik, blending vibrant Sudanese melodies with rich historical and cultural storytelling. Utilizing the Oud—the soulful, ancient stringed instrument of the Middle East and North Africa—Mahmoud takes audiences on an immersive journey through East African heritage. It is an unforgettable evening of music, history, and connection.

This free, public event is presented by the PS1 Gallery Team.

About the artist:

Mahmoud Malik is a renowned master Oud player and a vital pillar of the Midwestern Sudanese musical community. After emigrating from Sudan to Iowa City thirty years ago, Mahmoud has dedicated himself to sharing his homeland's rich musical traditions through both solo and collaborative performances.

​Born into a highly acclaimed musical family, he began playing the Oud at just eight years old. He has since spent over fourty years mastering the instrument's complex regional styles, earning a reputation for his technical brilliance, emotional depth, and dedication to cultural preservation.