PPOE Musical Ambassadors

Alex Ebert, Musical Ambassador for Project-Peace on Earth (PPOE), founder and lead singer of the famed rock group Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros discusses the the mystical nature of music and the importance of the Project-Peace on Earth worldwide musical prayer for peace.

Rahat Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Musical Ambassador for Project-Peace on Earth (PPOE), considered the world’s greatest Sufi singer discusses his performance during the PPOE concert.

Alise Ketnere (Fox Lima), Musical Ambassador for Project-Peace on Earth (PPOE), Enigma lead vocals, lyrics and music for the MMX “Social Song” the world’s first collaborative song.  

Sussan Deyhim, Musical Ambassador for Project-Peace on Earth (PPOE) and famed Iranian Sufi singer discusses her performance in Bethlehem. Her music is featured by U2.

Jonathan Elias, Musical Ambassador of Project-Peace on Earth, composer and producer of famed “The Prayer Cycle” albums discusses the live performance of his album at Manger Square Bethlehem during the 12.25.11 Project-Peace on Earth concert. Jonathan’s musical collaborations on the original album and soon to be released album “Prayer Cycle Path to Zero” with featured musicians: Bono, Sting & Trudie, Sinead O’Conner, Alanis Morissette, James Taylor, Serj Tankin (System of a Down), Alex Ebert, Perry Farrel, Linda Ronstadt, Nusrat Kateh Ali Khan, Rahat Nusrat Kateh Ali Khan, Yungchen Lhamo, Joanne Shenandoah, and actor Robert Downey Jr.:

Richard Horowitz, composer and Musical Ambassador of Project-Peace on Earth discusses his performance in Bethlehem’s Manger Square.  Richard is best know for his work on The Sheltering Sky, directed by Bernardo Bertolucci, which was awarded the 1990 Golden Globe award.  Founder and Artistic director for Gnaoua Festival in Mogador Morocco (500,000 people annually)

AO Music, Musical Ambassadors of Project-Peace on Earth discuss their performance in Bethlehem on 11.11.11 and teaching refugee children to perform chorally during the concert as part of the AO music segments.

Hani Naser – a virtuoso percussionist and Oud player. Considered a master in his field.  Hani has performed and recorded with many of the most influential artists of this era including:  Bob Dylan, Carlos Santana, Nickey Hopkins (Rolling Stones), Jackson Brown, Bonnie Raitt, Ry Cooder, Jim Keltner (John Lennon’s drummer), Steve Miller, Don Henley (Eagles), Hamza El Din, Kazu Matsui, David Broza, Lou Reed, David Lindley and many other great musicians.   

Musical Ambassadors

David Arkenstone - is a 3-time Grammy nominee with over 40 albums to his credit, numerous works in Television,  Films and Video Games, with his records appearing continuously on the Billboard Charts. David Arkenstone’s music was named in the Top 30 albums of the decade and his work has appeared repeatedly in the list of the top new age artists in the Billboard Magazine’s Year in Review issues along side Enya, George Winston, 2002, Kitaro and Jim Brickman. David is currently signed to Domo Records (also home to New Age Artist, Kitaro)

Ms. Sasha Cooke - Mezzo-soprano of the NY Metropolitan Opera.  Famed for her lead female role of Kitty Oppenheimer in the NY Metropolitan Opera performance of “Dr. Atomic”.

Pamela and Randy Copus - the duo known as 2002, have charted 9 albums on the Billboard Charts. 2002made the list of top new age artists in the Billboard Magazine.   Also on the list; Yanni, Manhneim Steamroller, Jim Brickman, George Winston and Enya.

Sussan Deyhim – famed Iranian Sufi singer internationally known for creating a unique sonic and vocal language.  She has collaborated with Peter Gabriel, Bobby Mc Ferren, Micky Hart and other noted musicians.  Her composition Windfall/Beshno Az Nev was used by U2 throughout their 360 tours in the US and Europe.

Alex Ebert – founder of the group Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros.  Featured at the Coachella Music Festival 80,000 plus people. Performs on the new Jonathan Elias “Prayer Cycle” album called “Path to Zero”.

Jonathan Elias - composer of The Prayer Cycle album series with performances by: Sting, Trudie, Robert Downey Jr. (actor), Serj Tankin (lead singer for System of a Down), Jonathan Davis (lead singer of Korn), Alex Ebert (Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros),  James Taylor, Jon Anderson (lead singer of Yes), Alanis Morissette, Salief Keita, Rahat Ali Khan, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Dadawa, Yungchen Lhamo, Joanne Shenandoah and others.

Richard Horowitz – composer, best know for his work on The Sheltering Sky, directed by Bernardo Bertolucci, which was awarded the 1990 Golden Globe award.  Founder and Artistic director for Gnaoua Festival in Mogador Morocco (500,000 people annually)

Mark Isham - Grammy, Emmy, and Cleo award winning composer.  His musical collaborations include work with:  Sting, Bruce Springsteen & Will.I.Am.  Mark composed the soundtrack for the Oscar award winning film “Crash”.

Alise Ketnere (Fox Lima) - She answered the call to one of the largest talent hunts in the world by one of the most famous rock groups in history called “Enigma” famed for its Gregorian-lke musical projects.  She answered the call to Enigmas song writing contest.  The rest is history.

Rahat Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan - is considered the world’s greatest Sufi /Qawwali singer.  Rahat’s family has an unbroken tradition of performing Qawwali for more than 600 years.  Rahat took over the family Qawwali party after Nusrat’s death in 1997.  Rahat’s music has been featured in Tim Robbin’s film “Dead Man Walking” which featured Sean Penn and Mel Gibson’s film “Apocalypto.” Rahat has performed with numerous high-profile musicians including Eddie Vedder, James Horner.  He tours globally.

AO Music - consisting of Miriam Stockley (acclaimed for her song Adiemus), Richard Gannaway, Jay Oliver, Sandeep Chowta, Andy Georges, George Bernando, and Doug Lunn)

Hani Naser – a virtuoso percussionist and Oud player. Considered a master in his field.  Hani has performed and recorded with many of the most influential artists of this era including:  Bob Dylan, Carlos Santana, Nickey Hopkins (Rolling Stones), Jackson Brown, Bonnie Raitt, Ry Cooder, Jim Keltner (John Lennon’s drummer), Steve Miller, Don Henley (Eagles), Hamza El Din, Kazu Matsui, David Broza, Lou Reed, David Lindley
and many other great musicians.

Gary Nicholson – Grammy winning Texas Song Writer Hall of Fame inductee.  He has written songs for Robert Plant, Jeff Bridges, Vince Gill, Trisha Yearwood, Garth Brooks, Willie Nelson, The Judds, Emmylou Harris and Bonnie Rait to name a few.

Seay: LifeStyle Music award nominated singer, songwriter and humanitarian, internationally known for her celestial voice and world inspired music.  Her album “A Winter Blessing” was named one of the Top 30 albums of the decade in New Age and World Music.

Joanne Shenandoah – Grammy winning singer.  Iroquois Indian, she has been compared to Irish chanteuse Enya.  She has performed at the Olympics, Woodstock and President Clinton’s and President George W. Bush’s inaugural events.  She performs on the new Jonathan Elias “Prayer Cycle” album called “Path to Zero”.

Kenji Williams – an award winning filmmaker, music producer, and classically-trained violinist. A world bridger of music, visual arts, science and philosophy, Williams has collaborated with Trance group Medicine Drum, world famous DJ John Digweed, visionary painter Alex Grey, evolutionary philosopher Ken Wilber, the Gates Planetarium Dome Theater (Denver Museum of Nature and Science), exposing his solo work from big music festivals around the world, to mainstream television, to exotic fashion shows at Japanese Temples. In addition to public and critical acclaim, Pioneer, Panasonic, and Sony corporations have sponsored Williams with technology to support his artistic vision. Combining unique skills in film and music, Williams has earned international film awards from the CSC to Sundance, exhibited work at the Smithsonian Institute.

Monica Yunus – Soprano with NY Metropolitan Opera.  Co-Founder of Sing For Hope.  Daughter of Nobel Peace Prize winner, Dr. Muhammad Yunus.