Douglas Hablib Jabara

Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY

Education: BA in Biochemistry and music minor from the University of Pennsylvania, American Musical and Dramatic Academy (NYC) Graduate

One World Symphony Baritone

1. Are any of your family members musicians? If so, what do they do?
No -- my mom is tone deaf! But my uncle is Paul Jabara who wrote "Last Dance," "It's Raining Men," "Enough is Enough," and "The Main Event" back in the days of Disco!

2. What has been the highlight of your One World Symphony career to date?
Singing the Count in Nozze di Figaro.

3. What would you say is your favourite piece of music?
wheeeh that's a toughy...I don't have one...I love the Cavelleria Intermezzo and Verdi's "Rigoletto"

4. What's the best thing about One World Symphony?
Best -- the orchestra

5. What music do you listen to in the car or subway?
Everything from Alanis Morisette to the Who to Piero Cappuccilli to the Beatles to a cappella jazz!

6. What is your favourite drink?
Espresso Martini

7. When you do have some free time, how do you relax?
Fish...hang out with friends/family...go to the beach...

8. Why do you continue to perform with One World Symphony when you can perform with other ensembles that would offer more financial benefits?
Because it's great experience and all of the people involved in the organization are GOOD PEOPLE.

9. If you weren't a musician what would you be?
I've been told I'm not a musician...just kidding...I guess president of the United States.

10. Why would you recommend to other musicians and public to participate with One World Symphony?
Because it's a haven of really good music and people.

11. What are your hobbies?
Tennis, fishing.