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Sarney & the Band at the Kennedy Center

Hosted by the Consul of the Washington, D.C. Live Entertainment Group
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Fri 27 Feb 18:00 - 19:00

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The Festival of Music and Love is a two-day, family-friendly celebration of rhythm, culture, and community that highlights the best of R&B, Soul, Pop, North African, Lebanese and Arabic rhythms. This festival showcases eclectic DMV artists and is for music lovers of all ages and backgrounds, offering a welcoming ambiance rich in artistic diversity and love for global sounds. Children Protected content . Produced by Rola Z.

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Sarney Bejjani and the Band brings to life the timeless repertoire of Arabic classical and pop music. Rooted in musical storytelling, the ensemble revisits iconic songs from the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region, honoring the golden era of Arabic music with a contemporary touch. Their repertoire also includes French classics adapted into Arabic, reflecting the historical influence of French chanson on the Arab world.

The band is composed of seasoned musicians whose backgrounds span classical, jazz, and contemporary Arabic music:

Sarney Bejjani – Vocals
Yves Abi Aad – Music Director & Piano
Dominic Khawand – Percussion
Youstine Faltas – Bass & Guitar
Nacim Khalfaoui – Violin
Christopher Payne – Drums