Samaa' Band, Nubian Drums, Peace Message ... the work of Intesar Abdel-Fattah

I had wanted to write a piece about the performances at the Ghouri Palace for quite some time but waited in the hope of having a chance to meet Dr. Abdel-Fattah (the artistic genius behind these musical ensembles) myself and write something more personal. Well, that did not happen as yet and in the meantime some very good articles have appeared on the press (links at the bottom of the post) so there is really no need for me to explore further what was until recently one of Cairo's best kept secrets, at least if compared to the excellent exposure of other government-sponsored events like the Tannoura.
If you love world and/or spiritual music styles, wait no further and head for the Ghouri Palace (aka Ghouri Complex or Qubbet Al Ghouri) on Sunday evenings for a wonderful musical experience. All shows are free of charge and start at 8:00. Be there about 15 min. early to get a good seat. Though I have never seen nor heard of anybody sent away, you might have to stand for the whole performance if you arrive late.

The monthly program of the performances is as follows:
NUBIAN DRUMS: First and Third Sunday of the month
SAMAA' FOR RELIGIOUS CHANT AND SUFI MUSIC: Second Sunday of the month
PEACE MESSAGE: Last Sunday of the month

Articles on the press:
Al-Ahram (March 2010)
Al-Ahram Online (December 2010)
Community Times (January 2011)