Mona Miari - منى ميعاري

"The time has come for a new beginning... Time to draw a new line in the sand.” After more than a year of dedicated work, we unveiled our film and music collaboration: “Comfortably Numb Reimagined” last Sunday, April 12th, at SVA in New York. Thank you to everyone who shared this moment with us. Our incredible team Yasmin and David, and particularly our MC Steven Donziger, and our wonderful panelists – Susan Abulhawa, Aja Monet, and Mohammad El Kurd, your powerful presence made the day. This work comes from a place of urgency and truth and love – it is a stand against occupation and oppression, and a call for universal dignity, justice, and equal human rights for everyone. Free Palestine. Roger & Mona 📸: @jaysav

On my mind and heart. Always. My voice has grown hoarse this past year. It has been one of immense pain and profound milestones, both of which I’ve struggled to process amidst the ongoing genocide against my people. And while words often fail, I know many of you can relate. Social media feels trivial, especially in the face of such loss. Yet I'm choosing to commit to using this platform alongside my performances and projects to amplify our voices, holding onto the belief that truth will prevail and liberation is near. Grateful for every audience, supporter, my people, family, friends, and the incredible colleagues, and musicians who continue to inspire and uplift me. More to come. - Reflecting on my album preview concert at the Habibi Festival 2024 @habibifestival at Joe’s Pub, NYC.

JUST ANNOUNCED // Mona Miari After years of anticipation, @monamiari takes the stage for a spellbinding evening celebrating her comeback with her debut album and the premiere of her newest musical project. Rooted in the sounds of Arabic heritage and carried by a voice that transcends borders, Mona’s music honors the home we carry within us — the questions, the dreams, and the life that shape who we are. Joined by exceptional artists and dear friends, each bringing their own light to an evening of profound connection and effortless artistry. Together, they create a space where belonging feels both intimate and boundless — where tradition meets innovation, and music becomes a shared breath. Tickets are on-sale now! // Learn more via the link in bio! #NS11 #SeeYourselfAtSawdust

Super excited for this one! The Umm Kulthum Workshop Featuring Mona Miari and Sami Abu Shumays Ba3eed 3annak and Lissa Faker Saturday, May 16, 2026 8:00pm $40 Shapeshifter Lab 837 Union St., Brooklyn NY We're also joined by many of the finest Arab musicians in NYC: Mohamed Salah & Gabe Lavin, ouds John Murchison, qanun Gideon Forbes, nay & saxophone Josh Farrar, electric guitar Sarah Mueller & Insia Malik, violins George Crotty, cello Sprocket Royer, bass Johnny Farraj & Alber Baseel, percussion The Umm Kulthum Workshop is a concert series dedicated to presenting the long songs of Umm Kulthum in their entirety, and reviving the performance practice of repeating sections, improvising, and extending them to create heightened states of tarab. #UmmKulthum #Brooklyn #Orchestra #LiveMusic #Arabicmusic

Rock icon @rogerwaters and the incredibly talented Palestinian singer-songwriter @monamiari have joined forces to reimagine the Pink Floyd classic “Comfortably Numb” as a sort of anthem to Palestinian rights with new lyrics in English and Arabic. After watching the live debut the other night at an extraordinary event in NYC, I have no doubt this new version of a song originally released 47 years ago will touch millions and even billions of people. These two artists have created an absolutely powerhouse partnership. Many of you know that Roger and I have known each other for years and that’s he’s steadfastly supported the landmark pollution case brought by Amazon communities against Chevron. His music is globally known, but I’ve been privileged to have seen his human rights activism in real time. In 2018 Roger came with me to Ecuador to meet Indigenous leaders and farmers who were the victims of Chevron’s mass toxic dumping. The way he hung out with the locals — listening attentively to their every word — is something I’ll never forget. I was deeply honored to be asked by Roger and Mona to moderate a panel about the reimagined song that included renowned Palestinian leaders such as the novelist @susanabulhawa , the journalist and poet @mohammedelkurd , and the award-winning Brooklyn-born poet @ajamonet . Mona is also the founder and director of the first Arab choir in New York, a 50-person group that appears in the brilliant film of the song that was premiered at the event. It bears mention that the dispossession of the Palestinian homeland began well over 100 years ago and it’s still happening now with the ongoing genocide and war crimes committed by the Netanyahu government with the support of US tax dollars. As a Jew and human rights advocate, I want to state this clearly: I believe Palestinians for decades have been leading one of the greatest, strongest, and most profoundly inspiring resistance movements in world history. The legitimate Palestinian aspirations for self-determination give this Jew more security and safety because justice for all peoples is bound up together. Roger and Mona have made a huge contribution. The song is out May 8. 🙏🙏👊👊❤️❤️

Next Sunday 3/1! Don't miss a special performance celebrating the Rahbani legacy featuring @monamiari and conducted by @firaszreik at the @tillescenter 🎉 Hurry, tickets sell out fast. Buy yours today! Link in bio 👆 #arabicmusic #arabicmusiclovers #rahbanibrothers #fairouz #fairuz

MONA MIARI // ONE MONTH AWAY // Saturday, December 6th! After years of anticipation, Mona Miari takes the stage for a spellbinding evening celebrating her comeback with her debut album and the premiere of her newest musical project. Rooted in the sounds of Arabic heritage and carried by a voice that transcends borders, Mona’s music honors the home we carry within us — the questions, the dreams, and the life that shape who we are. This concert unfolds as a journey through memory and imagination, where every note becomes both a remembrance and a revelation. Joined by exceptional artists and dear friends, each bringing their own light to an evening of profound connection and effortless artistry. Together, they create a space where belonging feels both intimate and boundless — where tradition meets innovation, and music becomes a shared breath. An experience years in the making, this performance marks a defining chapter in Mona’s creative evolution — one that promises to linger long after the final note. Tickets selling FAST // Get yours today at our link in bio! #NS11 #SeeYourselfAtSawdust

Mona’s musical journey is deeply rooted in heritage, resistance, and a relentless drive to push artistic boundaries. An internationally renowned Palestinian-American artist, singer, and songwriter, she is known for her pioneering projects and dedication to elevating Arabic music on the world stage. Raised between Chicago and Palestine and now based in New York City, Mona blends the richness of Palestinian heritage with global influences. Her music embodies both authenticity and evolution, offering a voice that is as grounded in cultural memory as it is expansive in artistic vision. Catch the full interview with Layan, “Art is a Universal Language”: 40 Minutes with Mona Miari via arabamerica.com @monamiari @layanjsrour #ArabAmerica #40MinutesWith #Interview #MonaMiari

❤️ @LetsGiveADamn is co-sponsoring and I am co-managing this incredibly special event! ✊🏽 Join @MECAForPeace at @EthicalNYC ’s Adler Hall at 7pm ET on May 5, 2025 for a thought-provoking conversation between @GaborMateMD and @The.Chris.Hedges.Report ! 🎶 We’ll also be welcoming my friend and the very talented @MonaMiari for a special musical performance. 🎟️ Tickets are selling really quickly. Click on the link in my/our bio to grab yours today! 🇵🇸 Proceeds for this event will benefit @MECAForPeace ’s emergency relief efforts in Gaza. ❤️ This event is wheelchair accessible and ASL interpretation will be available.

Guess we all know my relationship with social media by now, but it's announcement time. Back on the road this April—premiering my newest, probably most personal work yet; "Dammi - ضمّة". I look forward to sharing a collective one with you all on April 20th. 🫂 Tix in bio.

Back on social media. A lot to share but first, Happy new year. I guess.

You may have experienced the mesmerizing sound of Mona Miari at our Prospect Park show this summer, or last week in her stunning performance with @afikra_ , so you know we’re not exaggerating when we say Mona’s depth of voice and of soul will leave you speechless. We are honored to have her join us next week to share her take on Palestinian folk music alongside her own beautiful original compositions. Catch her headlining set on Wed, Oct 9 - tix at the link in bio. * Mona Miari is an independent Palestinian-American artist, singer/songwriter, and lawyer based in New York City. Born in Chicago, Mona’s journey led her to Palestine during her youth, where she embarked on her music career. Her remarkable talent gained recognition by headlining her first major concert at the prestigious “Jerusalem - The Capital of Arabic Culture 2009” festival. Dedicated to showcasing the richness of Arabic culture and music, Mona embarked on a professional music career, taking part of various cultural festivals and concerts where she combines Palestinian/Levantine folklore into her performances and repertoire, expressing her diverse upbringing by exploring and reapplying the Arabic language to different music genres, embracing global influences. @monamiari * #habibifestival #habibifestival2024 Visual Design by @noorstudi0s – Habibi Festival’s creative partner, NOORstudios.