Page 57 - ANDALUSIA PR REPORT - JANUARY 2024

1/12/24, 2:48 PM ‘Andalusia: History and Civilization’ initiative concludes its artistic program - Middle East News 247

‘Andalusia: History and Civilization’ initiative

concludes its artistic program

By Middle East News 247 January 11, 2024

The ‘Andalusia: History and Civilization’ Committee is all set to organize a cultural extravaganza, ‘Andalusian
Nights: Guitar and Arabic Music’, on January 15, 2024, at the renowned Emirates Palace Auditorium in Abu
Dhabi. The ‘Andalusian Nights’, which marks the conclusion of the initiative’s artistic program, promises to be

an enchanting fusion of Spanish and Arab musical traditions, and presents a captivating evening where
Spanish and Arab tunes harmonize to showcase the profound Arab influence in Spanish culture during the
Andalusian era. Led by global guitarist Antonio Rae, along with creative oud player Sadiq Jaafar, the event

will feature a large choral ensemble of traditional eastern guitarists and instrumentalists.

Antonio Rae, a prominent figure in the contemporary flamenco guitar scene, boasts accolades such as the

‘Latin Grammy Awards’, the first prize in the prestigious ‘Bourdon Guitar Competition’, and the ‘Murcia Minas
de la Union Award’. Similarly, Sadiq Jaafar, a luminary in modern Iraqi music, has graced numerous

international festivals with his compositions that reflect the elegance of Arab art. His mastery of the Oud
showcases the uniqueness and originality of the Oud School in the Arab World.

https://menews247.com/andalusia-history-and-civilization-initiative-concludes-its-artistic-program/#:~:text='Andalusia%3A History and Civilization' initi… 1/2