BEIRUT (AP) - Hassan Youssef was 10 years old when a local Syrian composer discovered his talent: a deep powerful voice that was particularly resonant for traditional songs. It wasn't long, however, ...

If you’re walking down the street on any given morning in an Arab city and hear music, there’s a good chance Fairuz is singing. For many, her voice is synonymous with morning coffees and bus rides to ...

Lebanon is a cultural hub for Arab music. Lebanese music writer Danny Hajjar has been talking with musicians there about how they're dealing with escalating conflict in the region. Israel continued ...

Ziad Rahbani, a Lebanese composer, playwright and political commentator known for his influential role in Arabic theatre and music, has died aged 69. The cause of death has yet to be announced. The ...

“He who has captivated hearts with his beauty, was charmed at last. And he spent his night complaining about his ardent love.” So sings Lebanese musician Rima Khcheich from the lyrics of the Fotenna ...

A Lebanese activist holds an Arabic placard that read: "If you are scared for your faith because of a song, reconsider your faith, not the song," during a protest expressing solidarity with Mashrou' ...