Munir Bachir was an Iraqi Assyrian musician and one of the most famous musicians in the Middle East during the 20th century. He was considered to be the supreme master of the Arab maqamat scale system and created different styles of the Arabian short scaled lute, the oud. This page features his Luth Solo "Oud" Recital A Geneve (1971 - Club du Disque Arabe 72505) and highlights his unique style of improvisation that reflects his study of Indian and European tonal art in addition to oriental forms.