Eleni Moustaklem began playing the double bass six years ago after her piano teacher, also a bass player, recommended she try the instrument. She has no regrets, and her bass playing keeps her busy every moment outside of her English literature and translation studies at Birzeit University. Aside from classical groups, she plays in Arabic music ensembles and a host of fusion groups in her hometown. ‘When we were on stage with Nigel Kennedy it felt more fun to play music, and we felt like the audience were more interested. He certainly knows how to reach the audience and maintain their attention. He has a beautiful aura and enjoys his playing.’ Asked about Palestine’s best asset, Eleni says, ‘We have a strong bonding to this land, to its history, and to a stolen identity that we are not ready to surrender. The will to exist and carry on is our strongest trait. Our strongest asset is our love for Palestine’.


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