Acclaimed singer Ali El-Haggar is getting ready for Cairo Opera House's upcoming concert series titled '100 Years of Singing'.
The idea of '100 Years of Singing' was founded by El-Haggar, and it became a reality with the sponsorship of the Ministry of Culture.
El-Haggar's project aims to revive the traditional 'tarab' singing genre that defined Egyptian music for a century.
According to a statement issued on Monday, El-Haggar met with Minister of Culture Nevine El-Kilany on Monday to discuss the final preparation for the upcoming concert series aiming to revive classic Egyptian songs.
The performances will feature a modern arrangement by the Cairo Opera Orchestra, creating a captivating blend of traditional and contemporary sounds, the statement noted.
El-Kilany affirmed that her ministry is open to all serious projects that aim to preserve our heritage and nurture emerging talents.
In turn, the acclaimed singer expressed his excitement about the upcoming concert series, hoping that it will introduce younger generations to the authentic beauty of Egyptian singing.
Born in 1954, El Haggar has been one of the best-known singers in Egypt and the Arab world over the past four decades, often singing lyrics drawn from the poetry of the late Salah Jahin, Abdel-Rahman El-Abnoudy, and Sayed Hegab.
He has also collaborated with some of the country's most renowned composers, such as Baligh Hamdy, Sayed Mekkawy, Omar Khairat, and Fathy Salama.
Among his most notable repertoire is "Cairo", ‘Amar Ya Askandria’, ‘Men Gheer Ma Tetkallemy’, ‘Bahebek’, and ‘Tegiesh N’eish.’