Oren Neiman
- Origin
- Israel
- Years active
- 2006
- Genres
- jazz, middle eastern music, world music, folk
- Instruments
- guitar, mandolin
Biography
Oren Neiman is an Israeli-born guitarist and composer based in New York. His musical style is characterized by a fusion of jazz sensibilities with Middle Eastern rhythms and melodies. Neiman has released two albums as a leader and is known for his intricate and tightly-knit compositions. He has collaborated with a diverse range of artists and projects, including the band Sha'ar, which reimagines the works of Israeli composer Yedidia Admon, and the acoustic duo Isra-Alien with Gilad Ben Zvi. Neiman also served as the Guitar/Mandolin chair for the Yiddish production of "Fiddler on the Roof" at the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene. His work has been featured in prominent New York venues and has toured nationally and internationally. He has also collaborated with playwright Robin Goldfin on theatrical productions, integrating music into storytelling. Neiman's compositions often explore modal frameworks, drawing inspiration from various musical traditions to create a unique sonic landscape. He has cited artists like Frank London and Yedidia Admon as influences or collaborators.