2024-01-20 18:20:40
He represents the country and the Arabs at Global Fusion in Dubai today
Dialogue: Maha Adel
Saif Al Ali, a young Emirati musical artist who excelled at playing the oud and piano, and succeeded in leaving his own mark on the local music scene. Al Ali succeeded in developing his musical abilities by playing multiple types of music that combine authentic oriental and Emirati musical tones with modern melodies. On the sidelines of his preparations to participate in the “Global Fusion” concert, which will be held today, Sunday, in Dubai, this dialogue took place, to learn regarding his ideas and the most important melodies with which he participates in this great concert, which this year celebrates the 20th anniversary of the launch of his concert series, which includes A collection of diverse arts, presented by a group of prominent artists, from different parts of the world.
Al Ali begins his speech by expressing his happiness to participate among the group of international artists in this concert, and to be the only Emirati artist, representing Arab and Emirati music, in this evening rich in the diversity of cultures and arts.
Saif tells us regarding the beginning of his relationship with music and says: My real name is Saif Ahmed Saif, and my nickname is Saif Al-Ali, and I was keen to study music from home, and my passion for the arts led me to learn to play the oud as an Eastern instrument, and the piano as a Western instrument. I mastered playing and singing, and I was dedicated to achieving excellence in my performing style. Through continuous training and developing my skills, I chose to combine authentic Eastern and Emirati melodies, and the spirit of modernity and contemporaryness in the melodies, which added depth and weight to my musical skills. I excelled in the field of harmonious merging of tradition and modernity. I was lucky, as I received encouragement and support. From my father, and all my friends, which helped me continue and progress.
Saif continues: Although I have succeeded in learning and developing my artistic abilities myself, I note my interest and dream in the necessity of providing specialized institutes and academies to study music in the country, as this will pave the way for new generations who wish to become professional in music and singing, which will reflect positively on the artistic climate in the country. Supporting local talent and producing new Emirati stars in this field.
The young artist tells us regarding the most prominent names in the world of music, which represented a source of inspiration and a role model for him. He says: There are many artistic figures who contributed to my inspiration, and who represented a role model for me that enlightened my journey, whether in Eastern or Western music. For example: Jaber Jassim and Mehd Hamad. , Muhammad Abdou, Muhammad Abd al-Wahhab, and Umm Kulthum, the Star of the East.
Important effectiveness
Saif Al Ali tells us regarding his willingness to participate in the “Global Fusion” concert, and says: I am filled with enthusiasm to participate in this important musical event presented by “Alpen Capital,” as it is a real opportunity to get to know artists from different cultures, which adds to my knowledge and artistic experiences through exposure to the experiences of… Different, I am passionate regarding exchanging cultures and mixing different types of arts while preserving our musical identity, while adding a modern spirit to music, and I dream of developing the Emirati song and bringing it to the world.
He adds: The concert will serve as a great incentive for me to increase my skills and develop my abilities by being open to talents from all over the world, and I feel responsible for being a representative of the Emirates among this group of artists, which will gain me more experiences through interaction with these artists, as the concert includes the participation of a number of Great artists, such as: international flutist “Water Kellerman”, from South Africa, drummer “Mukul Dongre”, from India, guitarist “Lukvan Dermerwe”, from South Africa, and keyboard and piano player “Wessel van Rensburg”, from The Netherlands, and many others, is a rich experience for me that I cherish.
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