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Music

Latest news from the music industry, including reviews from Middle Eastern artists and The National's Tarab podcast

AI struggles to recognise traditional music forms such Al Ayyala, an Emirati performing art. Chris Whiteoak / The National

AI is struggling to hear the Gulf’s music

CommentNovember 10, 2026
Jennifer Lopez is returning to Abu Dhabi as part of the Grand Prix after-race concert series. Photo: Ethara

Top 71 events coming to the UAE, from Jennifer Lopez to Mariah Carey

Music & On-stageNovember 10, 2026
Emirati singer Hamdan Al Abri is a stalwart of the UAE music scene. Antonie Robertson / The National

What 20 years in UAE music scene have taught singer Hamdan Abri

Music & On-stageNovember 05, 2026
Arabic word of the week: 'Sikka', the narrow alleyways that tell stories of UAE heritage

'Sikka', or alley, guides us through stories of the UAE's heritage

CultureOctober 30, 2026
Fadel Chaker is set to play two Abu Dhabi concerts in November. EPA

Fadel Chaker adds second Abu Dhabi concert

Music & On-stageOctober 29, 2026
Kings of Leon frontman Caleb Followill will return to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix stage in December. AFP

Kings of Leon replace Zara Larsson at Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix concert

Music & On-stageOctober 28, 2026
Jay-Z will perform at the Super Bowl half-time show next year. Getty Images

Jay-Z to headline Super Bowl 2027 half-time show

Music & On-stageOctober 27, 2026
Youth Orchestra Abu Dhabi will open in January. Photo: Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi
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Abu Dhabi announces new youth orchestra with free music education

Music & On-stageOctober 26, 2026
Daniel Sennheiser says AI should be used as a support tool in creating music. Alvin R Cabral / The National

AI will not replace human musicians as it lacks originality, Sennheiser boss says

TechnologyOctober 24, 2026
Malian singer-songwriter Fatoumata Diawara brings West African musical traditions to international audiences through her blend of blues, folk and contemporary African pop. EPA

Sole DXB music guide, from Lola Young to Nia Archives and Fatoumata Diawara

Music & On-stageOctober 24, 2026
Jennifer Lopez is to return to Abu Dhabi as part of the Grand Prix after-race concert series. Getty Images

Abu Dhabi F1 2026 guide, from Andrea Bocelli to Jennifer Lopez

Music & On-stageOctober 23, 2026
Jennifer Lopez performs at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi in July 2025 as part of her Up All Night international tour, drawing more than 14,000 fans. Photo: Ethara

Jennifer Lopez completes Abu Dhabi F1 concert line-up for 2026

Music & On-stageOctober 21, 2026
Iraqi oud virtuoso Naseer Shamma at the 2023 Arabic Music Days festival in Berlin, Germany. Photo: Peter Adamik

Oud master Naseer Shamma returns to UAE National Orchestra

CultureOctober 16, 2026
Mariah Carey is bringing her Christmas show to Abu Dhabi in December. Ruel Pableo for The National

Mariah Carey to bring Christmas hits to Abu Dhabi in December

Music & On-stageOctober 15, 2026
The Dubai Orchestra Foundation will preserve local artistic heritage and showcase the UAE's musical excellence. Pawan Singh / The National

Dubai Orchestra Foundation established

UAEOctober 09, 2026
The Korean National Ballet performs at Emirates Palace in 2019 as part of Abu Dhabi Festival. Photo: Abu Dhabi Festival

Inspiring creativity: Thirty years of the Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Foundation

Music & On-stageOctober 09, 2026
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