Saudi music: a mixture of heritage and modern rhythms

Witness A remarkable renaissance that combines the past and the present, where the ancient musical heritage meets with a modern spirit of creativity. This combination not only reflects the cultural identity of the Kingdom, but also expresses the rapid changes in the artistic scene locally and globally. While the Kingdom maintains a striking musical roots in history, new generations add modern styles of hip -hop, pop and electronic, to create a rich and multi -colored musical scene. ______________________________________ Music heritage is rooted in Saudi Arabia is not a result of today, but rather a poverty of artistic and social practices. Traditional colors such as the Samaritan were known in the Najd and Sahba area in the Hijaz, which are colors that were distinguished by the rhythms of drums and poetic words that are rich in occasions and weddings. These popular colors were not just entertainment arts, but rather a way to communicate and transfer stories and values ​​between generations. Musical instruments such as oud, law and flute have also emerged as major tools in shaping the hearing identity of the Kingdom. Oud, for example, was not just a musical instrument, but rather a symbol of emotional tales and poetic stories that accompanied councils and events. ______________________________________ The timeline of the Saudi singing of history is a fundamental role in forming music in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Below is an overview of its most prominent stations: ● & nbsp; & nbsp; & nbsp; 1945 AD (1365 AH): recording the first official music work, which is the royal peace. ● & nbsp; & nbsp; & nbsp; 1953 AD (1373 AH): Establishing an army music school led by Tariq Abdel Hakim, to become a source of first songs. ● & nbsp; & nbsp; & nbsp; 1961 AD (1381 AH): The emergence of radio theater and the song of my beloved country by Talal Maddah. ● & nbsp; & nbsp; & nbsp; 1962 AD (1382 AH): The first concert accompanied by musical instruments, in which Talal Maddah sang your response, O Garden of Roses. ● & nbsp; & nbsp; & nbsp; ● & nbsp; & nbsp; & nbsp; the eighties and nineties: the spread of the cassette, the emergence of mass concerts and festivals such as Janadriyah and Abha. ● & nbsp; & nbsp; & nbsp; the new millennium: the transition of music to digital platforms, and the rise of new names such as Rashid Al -Majid and Abdul Majeed Abdullah. This timeline reflects a rich artistic journey that started with simple steps to reach a global musical industry today. ______________________________________ The most prominent Saudi voices in the field of Saudi singing in several prominent names that influenced the artistic scene through contracts, some of them represent the golden generation, while others represent the new generation: 🎶 The golden generation (pioneers): Talal Maddah: called the voice of the earth, and one of the most important founders of the modern Saudi song. Muhammad Abdo: It is known as the Arab artist, and it is an Arab artistic icon whose presence is still strong today. Abadi Al -Jawhar: It is called the Options of the Oud, combining singing, playing and composing. 🎶 The subsequent generation (from the 1980s and 1990s): Rashid Al -Majid: called Sinbad, the Gulf song, presented hundreds of successful songs. Abdul Majeed Abdullah: He is characterized by his emotional voice and romantic songs. Khaled Abdul Rahman: He is famous for his songs that mix poetry and singing. 🎶 Modern and Contemporary Generation: Rabeh Saqr: A always renewed artist, combining the traditional song and modern rhythms. Majed Al -Muhandis (Iraqi nationality, but it is considered one of the most prominent voices of the Gulf and sings in the Saudi and Gulf dialect). Dalia Mubarak: One of the most prominent Saudi women’s voices is its name in recent years. Ayed Youssef: One of the stars of the new generation, attracted the youth with his modern songs. Modern music and the voice of the new generation with cultural transformations and great openness in the Kingdom, music has become part of a modern vision that reflects diversity and innovation. Today we see a combination of traditional rhythms and global species such as hip -hop and e -music. This convergence not only preserves the Saudi identity, but also makes it closer to young generations inside and outside the Kingdom. Among the prominent examples of this is the coordinators of Saudi songs such as Cosmecat and Palo, who have succeeded in reaching international fans thanks to their ability to integrate local voices with electronic. Traditional artists continue to cooperate with contemporary names, creating a balance between originality and renewal. ______________________________________ The role of Medal Best in the musical renaissance cannot talk about the musical renaissance in Saudi Arabia without touching on Medal Best, the platform that has become a symbol of renewal and creativity. Through its activities such as Soundstorm, she provided the way for local and international artists to meet and cooperate, which established the Kingdom’s position as a global center for art and music. ______________________________________ The merger of heritage and modernity: a renewed identity this mixture between the past and the present created a renewed Saudi musical identity. Where machines such as oud are re -employed within pop and electronic music, and the Samaritan rhythms are combined with rap, to bring out a unique musical experience that combines memory and innovation. ______________________________________ at the conclusion of music in Saudi Arabia is no longer just a reflection of its rich heritage, but rather turned into a global language that attracts the masses from everywhere. While the new generation maintains traditional colors, it at the same time creates modern rhythms that put the kingdom at the heart of the global musical scene. It is an ongoing journey that proves that music, with its ability to integrate the old and new, is able to be a bridge between cultures and generations.

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