Meet DSO violinist Jenna Barghouti!

Jenna grew up in Ramallah, in Palestine’s West Bank, where she began music lessons at just six years old. At the time, she was one of only six students at her conservatory, and for much of her childhood, music felt like just a hobby. But with encouragement from her family and teachers, her talent quickly blossomed. She went on to join the Palestine Youth Orchestra and eventually made her way to the U.S. to study at Indiana University. 

Offstage, Jenna enjoys spending time with her family and exploring the city—and she shares some great recommendations for Arabic food in DFW, so be sure to listen through to the end. 

I hope you enjoy getting to know Jenna and feel inspired by her story—a reminder, to in her father’s words, “not give up until the world shuts every door in your face.” 

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