Acoustic Instruments - Descriptions, photos and players of many folkloric instruments, among which is the oud. There's a list of famous performers for each instrument, and some pictures.
Arabic Maqam World - Includes information, notation, and RealAudio samples of a couple dozen Arabic musical modes.
Arabic Music Information Source - Numerous reviews, RealAudio samples, and news stories on Arabic music, particularly popular artists and Khaliji stars.
The Arabic Music Page - This was formerly known as the FAQ (frequently asked questions) for the rec.music.arabic newsgroup. Good introductory information to Arabic music.
Bisher Rihani - Featuring links to songs and music resources, sites on Arabic culture and entertainment, live TV, radio and newspapers. With MP3s, RealAudio and MIDIs.
Common Bond - World music group from Israel performs originals combining blues, jazz, rock and ethnic styles. Audio and video, in English and Hebrew.
The Egyptian Castle - A site focused on Egyptian culture. The music area offers MIDI and RealAudio files, and information about leading artists. Also business, travel, live radio, live TV, shopping, and history.
Middle Eastern Music: Translated Song Lyrics - English translations of the lyrics of 40 popular Arabic, Turkish, Greek, Armenian, and Hebrew songs. Some are accompanied by RealAudio clips.
RomanySaad.com - Features Arabic MP3s and streaming radio, song lyrics translated into English, and artist pages for Amr Diab, Abd al-Halim Hafiz, and Kazemel Saher.
- Extensive information about the culture of Lebanon and the Middle East, including a section on Arabic music.
