Since launching his musical career in 1985 when he enrolled at the Institute of Musical Studies, Raed Khoshaba has successfully showcased his exceptional talent and creative energy through distinctive musical compositions and improvisations. His style attracted the attention of the German and European media, who dubbed him “the master oud player.”

After leaving his homeland of Iraq, Khoshaba established a distinguished artistic reputation in Europe, particularly in Germany, where he continued his boundless creativity with the same passion and drive. Through his participation in numerous musical projects featuring an elite group of international musicians, he conveyed a clear message that the Iraqi oud school holds a unique position as the most significant and profound of all oud schools in the Middle East, and perhaps even globally. He has left an artistic legacy and mark that is difficult to replicate.

Throughout his career, he has released numerous albums and musical pieces that highlight his artistic distinction and unique style. What made him stand out even more was his style, rooted in emotional depth and the distinctive tone that accompanies his music. He enriched his artistic career by dedicating his efforts to studying and analyzing the works of the great oud masters throughout history, which enabled him to develop a comprehensive educational curriculum for mastering this ancient instrument. He did not stop at educational contributions alone, but also composed musical works that feature diverse styles such as the samai, the bishraf, and the longa, alongside improvisational pieces.

He is a master of musical improvisation, particularly the art of taqsim, which he considers an extension of his deep and refined musical repertoire—an art form that is an integral part of the Eastern musical tradition. For him, music is not merely melodies and performance; rather, it is a humanitarian message he seeks to spread throughout the world through his numerous concerts in Europe and various locations around the globe. He views his music as a cultural bridge connecting the East and the West, through which he aims to change negative perceptions of the Middle East, which is often associated in people’s minds with war and destruction.

Contributing to the consolidation of this cultural bridge is not merely a passing project; rather, it is a fundamental goal and a lasting path that Raed Khoshaba has kept in his sights throughout his artistic journey. His career is marked by distinct traits of uniqueness and innovation, building a bridge of communication between cultures, celebrating Eastern heritage, and integrating it with the spirit of modernity and global cultural exchange.