Celebrate World Jazz Day 2025 with Khaleeji Jazz by Fathy Salama & Drummers from the UAE. Grammy Award-winning jazz legend Fathy Salama takes the stage at the Cultural Foundation with a world premiere of his latest jazz creation. He will be joined by renowned bassist André Segone and distinguished Norwegian saxophonist Trygve Seim, teaming up with talented drummers from the UAE for a groundbreaking performance.
This unique concert fuses Salama’s innovative jazz compositions with the rich rhythmic traditions of Khaleeji music, offering an unforgettable celebration of cultural fusion and musical brilliance.
Celebrate World Jazz Day 2025 with Khaleeji Jazz by Fathy Salama & Drummers from the UAE. Grammy Award-winning jazz legend Fathy Salama takes the stage at the Cultural Foundation with a world premiere of his latest jazz creation. He will be joined by renowned bassist André Segone and distinguished Norwegian saxophonist Trygve Seim, teaming up with talented drummers from the UAE for a groundbreaking performance.
This unique concert fuses Salama’s innovative jazz compositions with the rich rhythmic traditions of Khaleeji music, offering an unforgettable celebration of cultural fusion and musical brilliance.
You may also be interested in the following events coming up at Cultural Foundation
Join two friends as they embark on an amazing journey and discover that sometimes new can be exciting, and different can be good! An enchanting story from Aesop’s much loved and heart-warming tale told with puppetry, music and magical design. This wonderful tale teaches us that differences can be intriguing and lead to exciting new experiences, demonstrating that it's possible, with an open heart and mind we can build and sustain friendships with people who have different backgrounds and interests from our own. This is the first time the stage adaptation is coming to the UAE, so don't miss it!!
The European Film Festival 2025 returns with a diverse showcase of European cinema. This year’s festival will highlight universal themes of identity, resilience, and social change, while also fostering collaboration between European and UAE filmmakers through screenings and panel discussions. Organised by the European Union Delegation to the UAE in partnership with Cultural Foundation, the festival is a testament to the power of storytelling in connecting cultures.
Jesse Cook, the renowned Canadian-born guitarist, composer, and producer, will perform at the Cultural Foundation, showcasing his innovative fusion of flamenco, jazz, classical, and world music. With a career spanning over two decades, Cook has captivated global audiences with his virtuosic guitar playing and his unique sound, blending traditional Spanish rhythms with modern genres. Cook continues to push musical boundaries, collaborating with artists across genres and performing at sold-out venues worldwide.
