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As well as singing, Abdu also plays the oud, known as 'the king of instruments' in the Arab world.
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Saudi singer Mohammed Abdu performs at the newly built Super Dome in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
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Concert-goers show their coronavirus vaccine certificates as they enter the arena.
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The concert was organised by the Saudi General Entertainment Authority after the kingdom lifted coronavirus restrictions on events in May.
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Hundreds of fans cheered on the Saudi superstar.
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All audience members had to show proof of vaccination against Covid-19 upon entry, while wearing masks was optional.
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Saudi singer Mohammed Abdu's concert in Jeddah was an emotional affair. (AP Photo / Amr Nabil)
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He began his career in the 1960s and has delighted his fans ever since.
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Abdu is often credited for preserving classical songs and celebrating Arab heritage.
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As well as singing, Abdu also plays the oud, known as 'the king of instruments' in the Arab world.
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Saudi singer Mohammed Abdu performs at the newly built Super Dome in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
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Concert-goers show their coronavirus vaccine certificates as they enter the arena.
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The concert was organised by the Saudi General Entertainment Authority after the kingdom lifted coronavirus restrictions on events in May.
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Hundreds of fans cheered on the Saudi superstar.
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All audience members had to show proof of vaccination against Covid-19 upon entry, while wearing masks was optional.
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Saudi singer Mohammed Abdu's concert in Jeddah was an emotional affair. (AP Photo / Amr Nabil)
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He began his career in the 1960s and has delighted his fans ever since.
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Abdu is often credited for preserving classical songs and celebrating Arab heritage.
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As well as singing, Abdu also plays the oud, known as 'the king of instruments' in the Arab world.
A tearful Mohammed Abdu triumphs in Jeddah concert
The Saudi Arabian singer performed at the newly built Jeddah Super Dome
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Saeed Saeed
10 July, 2021
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