On January 30th, the "Arab Society through Graphic Novels and Films" class had the privilege of having Nikolai Ruskin, a multi-instrumentalist and expert in Middle Eastern instruments, as a guest speaker. Throughout his visit, Mr. Ruskin shared stories, played melodies on instruments such as the tabla, nay, and oud, and provided fascinating insights into the rich music of the Middle East. The students learned about the diverse instruments, rhythms, melodies, and history behind instruments and pieces of music. It was an enriching experience that deepened our understanding of Middle Eastern music.