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Watani
10-03-2025
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Pioneer musician Abdel-Wahab commemorated
To commemorate the 123rd birth anniversary of renowned Egyptian musician Mohamed Abdel-Wahab, the Cairo Opera House continues its annual tradition of providing free entry to the Mohamed Abdel Wahab Museum and Musical Instruments Museum at the Arab Music Institute for six days. The two museums are open daily to the public starting Sunday 9 March till Friday 14 March daily. The Mohamed Abdel Wahab Museum showcases his his life journey through several halls. Memory Hall is divided into two pavilions: the first sheds light on his childhood, upbringing, early steps in the world of Arab music and Egyptian cinema, and his relationships with writers and artists, as well as the awards and honours he received. The second includes the content of several rooms from his house, including his bedroom, his home office, a collection of his favourite pieces of furniture, and some personal belongings that his widow Nahla al-Qudsi, donated to the Cairo Opera House. The museum also includes a cinema hall that features all the films he acted in, and offers special screenings for visitors. There is also a listening and watching hall that displays a complete library of his works, including music, songs, and photo albums with public figures and artists, which visitors can browse through an an electronic application on touch screens. As to the second museum, the Museum of Musical Instruments, it is dedicated to display rare musical instruments. It includes a collection of ancient instruments that were discovered during the restoration of the museum building; they were finely renovated and are displayed according to their types. There are string, wind, and tempo instruments, with information tags next to each giving a brief about it. On display as well are rare instruments, such as the three-quarter tone piano, designated specially for Eastern compositions; a Japanese koto; an Indian sitar, and the metal mandolin that was played by Mohamed Abdel-Wahab in the song Aashiq al Rouh (Lover of the Soul) from his film Ghazal al-Banat. Among the many events dedicated to commemorate Abdel-Wahab's birth anniversary, the Cairo Opera House holds several Arab music concerts that feature a number of his timeless works including Wahabiyatconcert at the Arab Music Institute. Who is Abdel-Wahab? Mohamed Abdel-Wahab (1902 – 1991), was a prominent 20th-century Egyptian singer, actor, and composer. He attained huge popularity and is best known for his romantic and Egyptian patriotic songs. At a later stage in his life, his compositions featured mixes of Egyptian, Arab, and western music. He was born in Cairo in a neighbourhood called Bab al-Sheriyah, which today hosts a statue of him. He began his singing career at an early age and made his first public performances at age seven at local productions. He was 13 when he made his first recording. Abdel-Wahab composed more than 1820 songs and starred in seven films. Abdel-Wahab is considered to be one of the most innovative Egyptian musicians of all time, laying the foundation for a new era of Egyptian music with his use of non-local rhythms and refined oud playing. Watani International 9 March 2025 Comments comments
Al-Ahram Weekly
06-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Not to be missed: Al Nour Wal Amal Orchestra in Cairo Opera, Black Theama in El-Sakia, Tablet Elsitt in 6 October - Music - Arts & Culture
Ahram Online highlights a selection of do-not-miss events this week from 5 to 12 February in Cairo. Mohamed Abdel-Wahab tribute - music Thursday, 6 February, 7:30pm Noir Art Zone, 3 Soliman Alhalaby, Azbakia, Downtown, Cairo The night will feature compositions by the late renowned composer and singer Mohamed Abdel-Wahab. Abdelwahab composed over 50 film songs, including those of renowned singers like Abdel-Halim Hafez, Leila Mourad, Shadia, Sabah, Faiza Ahmed, Nagat, and Warda. In his oud playing, he mastered the art of blending Arab poems and pieces with Western rhythms. Al Nour Wal Amal Orchestra Thursday, 6 February, 8pm Small Hall, Cairo Opera House, Zamalek, Cairo Al Nour Wal Amal Chamber Orchestra is Egypt's renowned orchestra of blind and visually impaired women musicians. The orchestra is part of the Al Nour Wal Amal Association, an NGO for blind girls founded in 1954. It includes a few generations of musicians performing in Egypt and worldwide. The upcoming concert will feature the older generation of musicians led by maestro Mahmoud Bayoumi. Tchaikovsky Gala Concert - music Thursday, 6 February, 8pm Main Hall, Cairo Opera House, Zamalek, Cairo The gala concert will feature music by Tchaikovsky, one of history's most influential composers. Tchaikovsky's most iconic works include Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, and 1812 Overture. The night, led by maestro Nader Abbasi, will feature pianist Ramzi Yassa. Black Theama - music Thursday, 6 February, 8pm River Hall, El-Sawy Culturewheel, 26th of July Str., Zamalek, Cairo Black Theama are performing on many stages in Egypt and the region to thousands of their fans. The band was nominated for Best Group, Best Live Act, Best Song, and Best Video Clip for the song Fi Belad Al-Ayy Haga (In the Country of Anything) at the 2013 World Music Awards. Being from Aswan, the band members' compositions and arrangements fuse Nubian, Sudanese, and other African influences with reggae, hip-hop, and R&B. Mahmoud El-Tohamy - music Friday, 7 February, 8pm Wisdom Hall, El-Sawy Culturewheel, 26th of July Str., Zamalek, Cairo Mahmoud El-Tohamy started his career early in his boyhood by following his father's footsteps and performing Sufi poetry chants in many prestigious venues in Egypt and the Arab World. He worked alongside Egyptian Grammy Award winner Fathy Salama. He also collaborated on various projects with younger music producers, including Rouh El-Maliha with Molotof, a key player in the Egyptian rap scene best known for Wegz's hit Dorak Gai. Tablet Elsitt - music Friday, 7 February, 8pm The Theatre, Movenpick Media City, 6 October, Cairo The troupe consists of women percussionists. The group, founded in 2019 by folk music student and enthusiast Soha Mohamed, is restoring Egypt's musical heritage. Abdel Halim Nowera Ensemble for Arab Music Sunday, 9 February, 8pm Arabic Music Institute, 22 Ramsis Str., Downtown Cairo In memory of the prominent 20th-century Egyptian singer Um Kulthoum, the ensemble will perform her songs. Abdel Halim Nowera Ensemble for Arab Music was founded in 1967 by Maestro Abdel Halim Nowera. The ensemble's mission is to revive the authentic musical heritage, presenting various traditional vocal and musical forms. Conducted by maestro Salah Ghobashy, the evening will feature solo singers Asmaa Kamal and Nehad Fathy. Cassette 90 Band - music Tuesday, 11 February, 8pm Room Art Space, New Cairo The band consists of eight musicians who revived the songs of the 1990s. Their work includes songs by Egyptian singers Mostafa Amar, Hisham Abbas, Alaa Abdelkhalek, and Ehab Tafwik. Short link:
