In The Fruit Fly, Aly Eissa presents a singular, immersive journey—one long, continuous composition that weaves together meditative, repetitive motifs with expansive, evolving melodies. Inspired by the simple, often overlooked beauty of fruits, the piece honors life’s fleeting pleasures and the moments of stillness within it. Through intricate oud playing and subtle improvisations, Eissa invites the listener into a deep, reflective space, where time becomes elastic and the sound becomes a living, breathing entity.

Drawing from his roots in Egyptian classical and folk traditions, Eissa’s performance combines the traditional and the contemporary, enveloping the audience in a meditative atmosphere that lingers long after the last note fades. With each performance unique in its execution, The Fruit Fly promises an experience where music, movement, and emotion align in a celebration of life’s simplest joys.

Photo by Loic Baillod