Carving Resonance
Carving Resonance
In the heart of Lebanon, the ancient sounds of the Oud and Buzuq are brought to life—not just through music, but through the hands of master instrument makers.
This short film by Elsy Hajjar and Mark Karam follows the intricate, soulful process of crafting these iconic instruments, exploring their cultural, traditional, and spiritual significance in Lebanese and Middle Eastern heritage. From raw wood to resonant sound, witness how each Oud and Buzuq carries generations of knowledge, identity, and devotion.
Film Maker
Elsy Hajjar
Lebanon
Elsy Hajjar is a Lebanese cinematographer and director of photography, born in 1990 in Jounieh and based in Beirut. Known for her evocative and intimate visual style, she has worked across fiction, documentary, and commercial filmmaking.
Her cinematography credits include award- winning films such as Aziza (Sundance 2019), 1982, Corps Absents, and Migrant Mothers of Syria. Elsy has been selected for Berlinale Talents (Berlin 2015, Beirut 2014 & 2021), showcasing her work across international platforms and festivals. Her approach centers on human stories, told with visual depth and emotional sensitivity.
Film Master
Raphael Haddad
- Craft
- Oud Maker
- Country
- Lebanon
Rafael Haddad is a musician and oud maker based in Lebanon. A graduate of Antonine University with a focus on classical Arabic music, he is a multi-instrumentalist who performs on the oud, violin, and buzuq. His work primarily revolves around live musical performances and musical plays in Beirut. Alongside this, he develops personal projects centered on instrumental improvisation and sound exploration.