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Historic Jeddah Hosts Global Jazz Performances

The event takes place from January 25 to 27 under the supervision of the Historic Jeddah Program
The event takes place from January 25 to 27 under the supervision of the Historic Jeddah Program
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Historic Jeddah Hosts Global Jazz Performances

The event takes place from January 25 to 27 under the supervision of the Historic Jeddah Program
The event takes place from January 25 to 27 under the supervision of the Historic Jeddah Program

The Historic Jeddah District is currently hosting the 'Jazz' program as part of the annual 'Balad Al-Fan' initiative.

Taking place from January 25 to 27 under the supervision of the Historic Jeddah Program, the event aims to revive classical music.

The Jazz evenings in Jeddah offer a unique cultural experience, featuring musical performances that blend traditional and contemporary art forms.

Through such cultural events, including Jazz performances, Balad Al-Fan enriches the Kingdom's cultural scene and attracts visitors to the historic Jeddah district. By presenting various art forms and initiatives, these events support the arts, foster creativity in Saudi Arabia, and enhance the overall visitor experience.

Jazz performances exemplify the blending of cultures and seamless musical transition between different scales. These performances are showcased by the inclusion of the renowned Hijazi maqam (melody) in specially curated musical pieces for the concert.

The jazz performances in Jeddah integrate diverse cultures and musical styles, including French, Spanish, Latin, American, English and Oriental. These crafted musical pieces reflect the cultural diversity and universal nature of music, showcasing its ability to transcend geographical boundaries and foster cultural integration.

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Saudi Coffee Celebrates Its Cultural Heritage on International Coffee Day

These efforts contribute to preserving this heritage and strengthening its economic and cultural presence - SPA
These efforts contribute to preserving this heritage and strengthening its economic and cultural presence - SPA
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Saudi Coffee Celebrates Its Cultural Heritage on International Coffee Day

These efforts contribute to preserving this heritage and strengthening its economic and cultural presence - SPA
These efforts contribute to preserving this heritage and strengthening its economic and cultural presence - SPA

Saudi Arabia commemorated its cultural heritage as Saudi coffee renewed its authenticity on International Coffee Day, observed worldwide on October 1 each year, reflecting customs and traditions, as well as the values of generosity and hospitality.

Saudi Arabia is among the world's highest coffee consumers, with Saudi coffee served as a cultural element symbolizing the noble values that characterize the Saudi people, including generosity and warm hospitality, according to SPA.

Coffee cultivation and production in Saudi Arabia are receiving growing attention as part of efforts to develop the agricultural sector, promote local products, support farmers, and improve production quality.

These efforts contribute to preserving this heritage and strengthening its economic and cultural presence.

They also promote coffee at events and festivals, highlighting local crops and the experiences of farmers and producers, enhancing communication between producers and consumers, and introducing Saudi coffee to younger generations as part of the cultural heritage.

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Royal Institute of Traditional Arts Launches Third Edition of Wrth Camp in Aseer

The camp offers three training tracks: traditional stone building, traditional hand embroidery, and metal art - SPA
The camp offers three training tracks: traditional stone building, traditional hand embroidery, and metal art - SPA
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Royal Institute of Traditional Arts Launches Third Edition of Wrth Camp in Aseer

The camp offers three training tracks: traditional stone building, traditional hand embroidery, and metal art - SPA
The camp offers three training tracks: traditional stone building, traditional hand embroidery, and metal art - SPA

The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (Wrth) has launched the third edition of Wrth Camp in Aseer Region, running from October 1 to 31, with the participation of 50 trainees from across the Kingdom.

The camp offers three training tracks: traditional stone building, traditional hand embroidery, and metal art.

Participants will learn the fundamentals and techniques of each craft, culminating in three collective artworks inspired by the region's architecture and heritage, and receive an accredited certificate from the institute upon completion.

This edition follows previous camps held in Madinah and Al-Ahsa, reflecting the institute's commitment to diversifying locations across the Kingdom and strengthening trainees' connection to each region's cultural identity.

Founded in 2021, Wrth qualifies national cadres in traditional arts, supporting the sustainability and preservation of Saudi cultural heritage.

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Saudi Ambassador Inaugurates Cultural Mission Headquarters in Cairo

Saudi Ambassador to Egypt Saleh Al-Husseini and Secretary-General of the Cultural Missions at the Ministry of Education Abdulaziz Al-Shehri. (SPA)
Saudi Ambassador to Egypt Saleh Al-Husseini and Secretary-General of the Cultural Missions at the Ministry of Education Abdulaziz Al-Shehri. (SPA)
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Saudi Ambassador Inaugurates Cultural Mission Headquarters in Cairo

Saudi Ambassador to Egypt Saleh Al-Husseini and Secretary-General of the Cultural Missions at the Ministry of Education Abdulaziz Al-Shehri. (SPA)
Saudi Ambassador to Egypt Saleh Al-Husseini and Secretary-General of the Cultural Missions at the Ministry of Education Abdulaziz Al-Shehri. (SPA)

Saudi Ambassador to Egypt Saleh Al-Husseini and Secretary-General of the Cultural Missions at the Ministry of Education Abdulaziz Al-Shehri has opened the Saudi Cultural Mission’s headquarters in Cairo, the Saudi Press Agency reported Thursday.

Al-Husseini toured the headquarters and was briefed on the mission’s operations, services, and programs that support students and strengthen cultural and academic ties between Saudi Arabia and Egypt, SPA said.