Mona Miari

Mona Miari, is an internationally renowned Palestinian-American artist, singer, and songwriter celebrated for her profound artistry, pioneering projects, and and unwavering dedication to elevating Arabic music on the world stage. Based in New York City, she captivates audiences worldwide by seamlessly integrating the cultural richness of Palestinian and Levantine heritage with diverse global influences.

Mona’s musical journey began at a young age. At fifteen, she headlined her first major concert at Jerusalem – The Capital of Arabic Culture festival, marking the beginning of a visionary career that continues to push artistic and cultural boundaries.

Renowned for her captivating stage presence and distinct vocal style, graced leading venues around the world, including Lincoln Center, BAM, Opera America, Roulette Intermedium, Brooklyn Museum, National Sawdut, The Alex Theatre (Los Angeles), The Great American Music Hall (San Francisco), Steri Hall (Palermo), Joe’s Pub at The Public Theater and the Spore Initiative Cultural Center (Berlin) and many others. She also made history as the first Arab singer to perform at Boston’s iconic Hatch Memorial Shell, featured by the Boston Landmarks Orchestra, and has headlined renowned festivals such as BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! with the Habibi Festival and the Global Roots Festival among many others.

Mona’s creative work extends far beyond performance. With profound dedication and vision, she serves as the Artistic Director and leader of the first-ever Arab Chorus in New York City (NYAC).
Her artistry has shaped high-profile collaborations with internationally renowned artists, resulting in a body of exceptional musical and interdisciplinary projects that affirm her global presence, cultural depth, and forward-looking artistic vision.

She has been working closely with the legendary Roger Waters, on a forthcoming duo musical project.
She also appears on a new album “Rumi Suite” by Zülfü Livaneli, alongside Ibrahim Maalouf, the Gypsy All Stars and other international luminaries—a project recently submitted for Grammy consideration. Her collaboration with the globally celebrated Little Amal Project further underscores her belief in the power of art to ignite dialogue, inspire change, and affirm our shared humanity—an ethos that continues to define her wide-ranging creative partnerships across the world.

A recipient of prestigious residencies—including the Rockefeller Brothers Fund Artist Residency at The Pocantico Center and La Maison de Beaumont in Southern France—Mona continues to explore new musical and poetic dimensions.

Her highly anticipated debut album, set for release in 2026, a powerful collection of original compositions created in collaboration with distinguished artists. Offering a bold and innovative sound that weaves intricate storytelling with diverse cultural influences, reflecting Mona’s life journey and artistic vision. Thoughtfully crafted and emotionally resonant, it stands as a testament to her depth, originality, and fearless pursuit of creative expression.

With boundless talent and deep commitment to artistic growth and cultural expression, Mona continues to inspire and influence through her art. Her distinctive voice and dedication to innovation leave a meaningful and lasting impact on the music world, shaping the future of cross-cultural dialogue and creative exploration.