Ara Dinkjian has been played on NTS in shows including The Early Bird Show w/ Jack Rollo, featured first on 12 August 2022. Songs played include Hampere / Be Patient.

Ara Dinkjian (born 1958) is an Armenian-American musician who is considered one of the top oud players in the world. His compositions include the multi-platinum hit "Dinata" which was performed in the closing ceremonies of the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens.

Born in New Jersey to Armenian parentage, Dinkjian made his professional debut at the 1964 New York City World's Fair playing on the doumbag—aged five. He accompanied John Berberian and George Mgrdichian. His earliest professional…