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Abd-al-Halim Nuwayra

1916 – 1985

Egyptian musician

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About Abd-al-Halim Nuwayra

Lived 1916 – 1985 (aged 68). Abd-al-Halim Nuwayra was a musician, composer, conductor and chapelmaster.

Abdel-Halim Nowera (died 1985) was an Egyptian conductor and impresario. In 1967 he founded the Arab Music Company (renamed the Abdel Halim Nowera Ensemble for Arabic Music after his death), a music ensemble dedicated to performing traditional Arab music like muwashshah and taktosha. The company has performed at music festivals and on tours internationally.

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Important facts

Born
16 June 1916
Birth century
20th century
Died
30 January 1985, Cairo
Occupation
Musician, composer, conductor, chapelmaster
Nationality
Kingdom of Egypt, Republic of Egypt, United Arab Republic
Education
Higher Institute of Arabic Music
Also known as
Abdel-Halim Nowera

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Abd-al-Halim Nuwayra?

Egyptian musician

When was Abd-al-Halim Nuwayra born?

Abd-al-Halim Nuwayra was born on 16 June 1916.

When did Abd-al-Halim Nuwayra die?

Abd-al-Halim Nuwayra died on 30 January 1985 in Cairo.

What was Abd-al-Halim Nuwayra's occupation?

Abd-al-Halim Nuwayra was a musician, composer, conductor and chapelmaster.

What nationality was Abd-al-Halim Nuwayra?

Abd-al-Halim Nuwayra's recorded nationality: Kingdom of Egypt, Republic of Egypt, United Arab Republic.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Abd-al-Halim Nuwayra

· Wikidata: Q6812692

· DBpedia: Abdel-Halim Nowera

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