PROGRAMME
. Por Una Cabeza – Carlos Gardel
. A Message from the Depths –Mohamed El Mougy
. Qitaf – Naseer Shamma
. Sleepless Nights – Mohammed
. Keyif – Goksel Bakttagir
. Hilal Akma – Naseer Shamma
. Arabesque – Ammar Al Sherei
. Longa Farhafza - Naseer Shamma
Keyif – Goksel Bakttagir
Por Una Cabeza – Carlos Gardel .
Ali Dridi
Head Instructor
Ali Dridi is a distinguished violin and oud Leen teacher at Bait Al Oud Abu Dhabi. He holds a bachelor’s degree in music and musical sciences with a specialisation in violin, as well as a diploma in Arabic music from the Regional Institute of Music in Bizerte.
Dridi has played a pivotal role in the Tunisian Symphony Orchestra and the National Band of Tunisia. He has also contributed to organising and performing in numerous national and international concerts, collaborating with artists from various countries.
With a teaching career spanning over two decades, Dridi has been imparting his expertise in violin to students across various institutions since 2002. Since 2019, he has been a key figure at Bait Al Oud Abu Dhabi, where he also leads the Bait Al Oud Strings Orchestra under the supervision of the renowned artist Naseer Shamma.
Rami Alahmar Graduate
Born in Syria into a family that cherished knowledge, Rami Khalil Alahmar initially pursued a career in dentistry, graduating from dental school in Syria. He has been practicing in Abu Dhabi for over 15 years.
Rami′s passion for music and the arts emerged early in life. He began teaching himself to play the oud, though the limited availability of resources made it a challenging pursuit. Drawn to the beauty and complexity of the violin’s sound, Rami decided to formally study the instrument under the guidance of an experienced teacher. Despite facing several challenges during his training, his determination to master the violin never wavered.
Rami’s musical journey took a significant turn when he discovered Bait Al Oud Abu Dhabi, founded by the legendary musician Naseer Shamma. He enrolled in violin studies under the instruction of head instructor Ali Dridi, where he received structured and comprehensive education.
In a short time, Rami developed the ability to perform diverse pieces from various musical traditions, including classical, romantic, and modern genres. His experience as a musician expanded beyond solo performances to include collaborations with musical groups, orchestras, and participation in events at Bait Al Oud. These opportunities allowed him to exchange ideas and experiences with others, each adding new dimensions to his skills and inspiration, deepening his appreciation for the profound beauty of the music he encountered daily.
Bait Al Oud
Bait Al Oud is one of the most famous and innovative music academies in the region. It was established in 2008 under the supervision of the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi with the aim of preserving traditional Arabic music and teaching the Arabic oud and other Arabic instruments like the qanun, cello, violin and rebab.
Bait Al Oud is committed to the highest standards of music education. As a centre for teaching and research, it is also charged with safeguarding Arabic music heritage and nurturing new generations of professional Arab.
