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Arab Music Festival opens 34th edition with tribute night to Hany Shaker

The 34th Arab Music Festival and Conference opened on Tuesday at the Cairo Opera House in Egypt. The opening concert honored Egyptian singer Hany Shaker, known as the "Prince of Arab Song," who died last May. This year's edition is dedicated to his name.

CNN بالعربية
Empty opera house auditorium with gilded balconies and red seats facing the stage
Illustrative photo: Empty opera house auditorium with gilded balconies and red seats facing the stage. Photo by Miguel Alcântara on Unsplash

Why it matters

The festival is one of Egypt's prominent official music events. Dedicating this edition to Hany Shaker reflects his standing among audiences across the Arab world.

Background

The Arab Music Festival and Conference is held at the Cairo Opera House and focuses on Arab music and song. As its name indicates, it combines concerts with a conference.

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