Fatima Zahra Bennacer & the Middle Eastern Ensemble

Fatima Zahra Bennacer & the Middle Eastern Ensemble invite you to experience the soulful and captivating sounds of Arabic music at the Nomads Festival 2023, at Cultural Center Stoa.

F.Z Bennacer, a renowned Moroccan singer and actress, brings her unique voice and artistry to the stage, capturing the essence of the Middle East with every note.

This time, the Middle Eastern Ensemble presents an impressive musical firework of melodies and rhythms together with 10 musicians. The program consists of energetic and danceable yet touching and melancholic tunes, drawing on Middle Eastern classical and folk music from various regions such as Arabic, Persian, Turkish, and Kurdish music from countries like Egypt, Syria, Turkey, and Iraq.

The soundscape of the ensemble is colored by a unique blend of Arabic and Western instruments, including oud, tabla, riq, ney, qanoun, saz, violin, viola, cello, accordion, trumpet, clarinet, and piano. Artistic director and founder of the ensemble, Ali Haithem, a renowned oud player from Iraq, leads the group to create a mesmerizing musical experience that will leave you spellbound.

Join us for an evening of musical enchantment as F.Z Bennacer and the Middle Eastern ensemble transport you to the heart of the Middle East.

Duration: 2 hours