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"Feesheh, an online music store based in Jordan, is seeking to make it easier for Arab musicians to pursue their dreams.
With a wide range of musical instruments, books and gear at competitive prices, Feesheh which means “plug” in Arabic, seeks to be a hub for aspiring musicians across the Middle East, according to its co-founder Nur Alfayez.
The online music warehouse, which went online in February 2012, is one of the companies incubated by Amman-based Oasis500 that seeks to help young Jordanians turn their business ideas into reality.
“There is a huge market for musical instruments and gear not only in Jordan, but also in the Middle East. Musicians face difficulties in finding the instruments they need, but Feesheh.com seeks to music to their doorstep,” she said."