Outail Maaoui is a Tunisian violinist, violist, and composer. Deeply rooted in the musical traditions of Tunisia, he has developed a distinctive artistic voice that bridges Arabic music with contemporary sounds. A member of the Tunisian National Orchestra and a violin professor, he has performed at major international festivals across Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa.
His compositions have earned him prestigious distinctions, including the Silver Tanit at the Carthage Musical Days and the First Prize at the Tunisian Song Festival. His trilogy — Liqaa (2014), Ombres d’Atlas (2024), and Sadeh (2026) — has established itself as one of the most distinctive and compelling bodies of work on the contemporary Tunisian music scene.
