Sheikh Ali As-Suwaisy
Egyptian Quran reciter
About Sheikh Ali As-Suwaisy
Lived 1926 – 2001 (aged 74–75). Sheikh Ali As-Suwaisy was an Egyptian qāriʾ.
Sheikh Ali Hajjaj As-Suwaisy (1926-2001) (الشيخ على حسن السويسى) was a famous Quran reciter, known in Egypt and across the world. He gained fame by emulating the late Sheikh Muhammad Rifat.
Sheikh joined the radio in 1946-47 and entered the music institute to study oud and music theory for four years when he saw the encouragement and success of his reciting. Ali is admired for his use of maqam saba - his voice was considered especially suited to saba.
Ali visited the UK on several occasions, in particular attending the London Central Mosque during Ramadan.
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Who was Sheikh Ali As-Suwaisy?
Egyptian Quran reciter
When was Sheikh Ali As-Suwaisy born?
Sheikh Ali As-Suwaisy was born on 10 September 1926.
When did Sheikh Ali As-Suwaisy die?
Sheikh Ali As-Suwaisy died in 2001.
What was Sheikh Ali As-Suwaisy's occupation?
Sheikh Ali As-Suwaisy was a qāriʾ.
What nationality was Sheikh Ali As-Suwaisy?
Sheikh Ali As-Suwaisy was Egyptian.
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