“I am thrilled that I will meet my great fans and friends,” stated Khalil, urging his fans to attend.
Yehya Khalil is expected to perform a selection of his favourite songs, including Crichendo, Hakawey El-Ahawy and Donia as well as some covers to Arab and western standards.
One of the pioneers of the jazz movement in Egypt, dubbed King of Jazz, Khalil received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Opera, and has played with many well-known international musicians, including Jimi Hendrix, Ginger Baker, Jeff Bush and Eric Clapton, before returning to Egypt.
Programme:
First Concert (Cairo)
Wednesday 24 November at 8pm
Cairo Opera House
Second Concert (Alexandria)
Friday 26 November at 8pm
Alexandria Opera House
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