The launch ceremony of the forum on May 5, included a huge musical performance presented by an orchestra of 50 musicians of multiple nationalities

Report by Souad Khalil

Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah (A city in UAE)  witnessed the launch of the “Fujairah International Oud Forum”, organized by the Fujairah Fine Arts Academy from 5 to 7 May 2025, under the slogan “One Oud, Multiple Cultures”, at the Fujairah Creative Cultural Centre. Oud is a Middle Eastern musical instrument.

The Crown Prince of Fujairah stressed the importance of the forum in embodying the Emirate’s vision of supporting culture and arts, and enhancing its presence in regional and international forums in these sectors, in addition to honoring the distinguished artistic experiences at the level of the state and the world, pointing to the role of music in enhancing communication between peoples.

His Highness noted the follow-up of Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, and His Highness’s support for cultural and artistic activities in the emirate, based on its role in building the promotion of cultural openness among humans, and consolidating the position of the UAE as a global center for creativity and coexistence.

The launch ceremony of the forum included a huge musical performance presented by an orchestra of 50 musicians of multiple nationalities, who presented a charming musical watch that mixed different styles such as Spanish flamenco, rock, and oriental Arabic music, along with Indian, Uzbek, Azerbaijani and Turkish styles, in a scene that reflects the spirit of diversity and global cultural openness.

On its second and third days, the forum will also witness individual and group presentations, in addition to workshops and seminars highlighting the history of the Oud instrument and its various schools, in addition to hosting three of the most prominent Oud makers in the Arab world and Turkey, to showcase their skills and exchange experiences with the participants.

The event is also an exhibition dedicated to artisans and Oud makers from different countries, which enhances opportunities for artistic and cultural exchange. The forum is an important annual station for artists and those interested in oriental music, and emphasizes Fujairah’s commitment to investing in culture as part of its comprehensive development vision.

The ceremony was attended by Dr. Ahmed Hamdan Al Zeyoudi, Director of the Office of the Crown Prince of Fujairah, Ali Obaid Al Hafiti, General Manager of the Fujairah Fine Arts Academy, and a number of prominent figures in the field of music, culture and the arts.

_______________

Souad Khalil is a Libyan writer, poet, and translator. She has been writing on culture, literature and other general topics.

Read – Literary Analysis: Philosophy of Poetry

The post Music: One Oud, Multiple Cultures first appeared on Sindh Courier.