Gaza musicians dream of renewal amid war devastation
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Rauf Belbeisi’s dream of creating a cultural centre in Gaza was shattered by the war. Displaced musicians, including rapper Ahmed Shamaly and manager Adam Ghanim, are now in Cairo, determined to rebuild their lives and careers. The event in Deira, Cairo, highlights their resilience and the support they need.
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Updated: 2024-07-30 19:37 IST | Created: 2024-07-30 19:37 IST
Palestinian musician Rauf Belbeisi had long dreamed of creating a vibrant cultural hub in the Gaza Strip, but the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas scuttled his plans, shattering his dreams just five months after opening a cafe in Gaza City.
Now the 28-year-old oud player is one of several Gazan musicians who have traveled to neighboring Egypt in an attempt to rebuild their lives and careers. Speaking at Deira, a community event for displaced musicians in Cairo, Belbeisi recounted his harrowing journey and his unwavering desire to be reunited with family members still trapped in Gaza.
Displaced musician Ahmed Shamaly, 22, performed live for the first time at the Deira event, showcasing the resilience of Gaza’s artists. Despite losing everything, Shamaly and his 20-year-old music manager Adam Ghanim, now based in Cairo, are determined to set up Gaza’s first music label.
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