Shaul Bustan

Shaul Bustan's music weaves together classical avant-garde, world music, jazz, and free improvisation, crafting a unique sonic landscape that transcends genre boundaries. Born in 1983 in a small kibbutz in the Negev desert of southern Israel, Shaul grew up immersed in two distinct cultures—his mother's Persian heritage and his father's Eastern European background. This dual influence not only shaped him personally but also musically, making him a versatile traveler between cultures and genres. His tonal language reflects his background as a classically trained composer and his virtuosity as an oud player. Through seamless improvisation, he effortlessly blends jazz elements into his music, creating original and harmonious compositions that bridge the gap between the Orient and the Occident