Peter Ali
Peter comes from a unique blending of cultures. His mother is from Sonora Mexico and is of Mayan, Pima Indian, and southern European descent. His father is of Berber descent from Morocco, North Africa. After many years of flute playing, Peter discovered that his paternal grandfather had also played the traditional Ney flute for ceremonies and gatherings.
Peter Ali has inspired and comforted many through his music since first hearing the call of a Native American style flute at a low point in his own life. He then found his way towards healing through teaching himself to play the flute.
Wooden Flute Collector
Peter has gathered a wonderful collection of wooden flutes, each with a unique voice that he directs and brings to life. He performs and teaches flute playing and flute making through various Native American tribal programs, schools, public libraries, and other venues. He was a featured performer for the Dalai Lama during the Seeds of Compassion Seattle event. Peter is humbled and honored to be joining Dean Evenson in the creation of the beautiful albumPrayers On The Wind.
'I believe in kindness and compassion towards all people regardless who they are or where they came from." Peter Ali
Cancer Survivor
Peter says, “I believe that the Native American flute aside from being a part of my heritage is a truly a healing instrument that was key in helping me get through a divorce in the beginning as well as cancer later down the road. Surviving cancer has allowed me to “give back” in a good way, to play for those that are hurting. I also try to share my diversity wherever I go to educate and remove stereo types because so much going on in the world today. I believe in kindness and compassion towards all people regardless who they are or where they came from.
