Nadine Altounji

Singer-Songwriter | Multi-Instrumentalist

Montreal-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Nadine Altounji blends diverse traditions into a rich, soulful sound. Rooted in her Syrian heritage, she excels on guitar and oud, weaving melodies with rhythms from around the world.

Since launching her solo career in 2016 with the EP *I Still* (as Nja), Nadine has explored global musical landscapes. Her 2022 audiovisual EP The Stories That Tie Us to Trees – Vol.1 fuses Syrian-influenced melodies with South American rhythms in Spanish, English, and Arabic. Her 2023 release Enracinées dans l’histoire – Vol.2 continues this journey in French, followed by the 2024 single Zayt El Oud. Tracks from her work have been featured by Putumayo World Music, earning international recognition.

A committed collaborator, Nadine performs regularly in Montreal and has worked with collectives like Kalmunity and the Imani Gospel Singers. She has also participated in projects across Paris, Abidjan, Cameroon, and Senegal, with highlights including the Calgary Folk Festival (2024) and the Festival du Bout du Monde (2025).

In 2025, she was selected for the MUZ Cohort, recognizing her artistic voice within Montreal’s vibrant and evolving global music scene.

Singing in multiple languages and blending global rhythms, Nadine Altounji’s music is a journey through heritage, identity, and human connection.