Doshambay Sabir

Doshambay Sabir is a Balochi musician who specializes in the damboora, a traditional Balochi lute. His work with Roots Revival has focused on intimate "Living Room Improvisation" sessions, creating spontaneous musical dialogues with other master musicians.

Instrumental Mastery

The damboora is a traditional Balochi lute with a distinctive sound. Sabir's mastery includes:

• Traditional Technique: Authentic Balochi instrumental styles
• Improvisational Skill: Ability to create spontaneous musical expression
• Regional Repertoire: Knowledge of Balochi folk music
• Cultural Authenticity: Maintaining traditional performance practices

Living Room Improvisations

Sabir's collaboration with Roots Revival came in intimate "living room improvisation" sessions, creating spontaneous musical dialogues with Ustad Noor Bakhsh (benjo), Mehdi Aminian (ney), and Tohid Vahid (kamancheh). These sessions demonstrate:

• Cross-Cultural Dialogue: How different musical traditions can engage in spontaneous musical conversation
• Mutual Respect: Each musician honoring the others' traditions while finding common ground
• Improvisational Mastery: Ability to create meaningful music in the moment
• Cultural Exchange: Authentic sharing of musical knowledge and expression

Key Performances

Some of Sabir's notable contributions include:

• "Living Room Improvisations" - Spontaneous sessions with Ustad Noor Bakhsh, Mehdi Aminian, and Tohid Vahid
• "LIVING ROOM IMPROVISATION" - Another intimate session showcasing spontaneous cross-cultural musical dialogue

Cultural Significance

Balochi music, like many regional traditions, represents an important part of cultural heritage. Sabir's participation in Roots Revival helps bring greater visibility to Balochi musical traditions, which are less known internationally than some other South Asian and Middle Eastern traditions.

His work in the "Living Room Improvisations" project demonstrates the power of spontaneous musical dialogue across cultures, showing how master musicians from different traditions can engage in meaningful artistic exchange while respecting each other's cultural heritage.

Performance Style

Sabir's playing is characterized by:

• Authentic Technique: Traditional Balochi instrumental techniques
• Emotional Expression: Deep connection to the cultural and emotional content of the music
• Improvisational Skill: Ability to create spontaneous musical expression
• Collaborative Spirit: Seamless integration with other musicians in ensemble settings

His collaboration with Roots Revival represents an important example of cross-cultural musical exchange, demonstrating how master musicians from different traditions can engage in meaningful artistic dialogue while respecting each other's cultural heritage.