Omar Khairat Brings Magic to the Citadel Festival

A sold-out performance and a celebration of Egyptian music

The great musician Omar Khairat presented the closing ceremony of the Citadel Festival for Music and Singing, which was sold out, and the audience interacted with all his musical pieces. He presented a group of his most famous works that left a great impression on the audience, including “El Khawaga Abdel Qader”, “El Bakhil Wa Ana”, “Take Care of Your Mind”, “Am Ahmed’s Case”, “Mas’ala Mabda”, “Aarfa”, “Kha’ef Men Bokra Leh”, “Like Love”, “Sabir Ya Am Sabir”, “Mafia”, “Fiha Haga Helwa”, and “100 Sana’a Cinema”.

A diverse program of concerts and events

The program of the Al-Mahki Theater events at the 32nd Saladin Citadel Festival for Music and Singing brought together: the artist Nesma Abdel Aziz and her band, the artist Carmen Soliman and her band, the Arabic Music Band in collaboration with the Talent Development Center, an Arabic Music Night (Warda’s Songs) led by: Alaa Abdel Salam, the Black Thema band, the artist Louay and his band, the artist Amr Selim and his band, the artist Hamza Namira and his band, the Glass Onion band, the artist Hesham Abbas and his band, Sufism and Modernity – the musician Fathy Salama and Sheikh Mahmoud Al-Tahami, the artist Dina Al-Wedidi and her band, the artist Nadia Mustafa and her band, the artist Ali Al-Haggar accompanied by the musical band led by Ahmed Farag, a Sufi night with the stars of the religious chanting band, the artist Ehab Tawfik and his band, an Arabic Music Night (Abdel Halim’s Songs) with the participation of the artist Iman Abdel Ghani led by Mustafa Helmy.

International performances and the Cultural Movement

The events of the Al-Mahka Theater also included the artist Hany Shaker accompanied by the musical band led by: Mustafa Helmy, the Cairo Symphony Orchestra (international songs), the artist Nesma Mahgoub and her band, the artist Samar Tariq and her band, the artist Mustafa Hagag and his band, the Mawawil band, Sheikh Yassin Al-Tihami and his band, the artist Saad Al-Oud and his band, the artist Medhat Saleh accompanied by the artist Amr Selim and the musical band led by Ahmed Amer, the Talent Development Center at the Opera House, the artist Omar Khairat accompanied by the Cairo Opera Orchestra, in addition to several international artistic performances in cooperation with the External Cultural Relations Sector.

The significance of the festival

The festival represents a unique opportunity for music and singing lovers to enjoy a diverse range of arts, contributing to the enhancement of the Egyptian cultural and artistic movement, and attracting tourists and visitors from all over the world.

Musician Omar Khairat and the audience’s greetings at the Citadel’s Haki Festival

Part of the big concert of musician Omar Khairat

Al-Mahka Al-Qalaa Music Festival Concerts Omar Khairat Concert

Omar Khairat during the Citadel Story Festival

Omar Khairat at the Citadel Storytelling Festival

Omar Khairat in the middle of the band

Citadel Festival of Arabic Music

Conclusion

The Citadel Festival for Music and Singing was a unique event that brought together talented musicians and performers from Egypt and around the world. The festival provided a platform for showcasing the diversity of Egyptian music and its various styles, as well as highlighting the talents of local and international artists. It is an event that will be remembered for years to come, and one that will continue to inspire and entertain audiences for generations to come.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What was the purpose of the Citadel Festival for Music and Singing?
A: The festival was held to promote and celebrate the diverse range of music and singing styles in Egypt, as well as to provide a platform for local and international artists to showcase their talents.

Q: Who were some of the performers at the festival?
A: The festival featured a wide range of performers, including the famous Egyptian musician Omar Khairat, as well as other local and international artists.

Q: What was the atmosphere like at the festival?
A: The atmosphere was lively and energetic, with many of the performances drawing large crowds and applause from the audience.

Q: Was the festival a success?
A: Yes, the festival was a huge success, with many of the performances receiving standing ovations and the event drawing positive reviews from attendees and critics alike.