ArabishWay

Oud: A Musical History with Stephen Elaimy and Jane Hall
2026-08-03 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Folio: The Seattle Athenaeum, 93 Pike Street #307, Seattle, WA, 98101
Folio welcomes Stephen Elaimy (oud) and Jane Hall (darabuka & riqq) of the Arabic Music Ensemble House of Tarab for an immersive musical journey through the history of the oud. Known as the “king of instruments” across the Middle East and North Africa, this ancient, fretless lute is celebrated for its deep, resonant tone and its unique ability to produce the subtle microtonal inflections central to Arabic music. Accompanied by traditional percussion, the duo will bring the instrument’s sweeping history to life, tracing its path from ancient Mesopotamia and the golden age of Egyptian film to the melodic traditions of the Levant and its surprising influence on modern Western scores.

Faouzia at Neumos
2026-08-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Neumos, 925 E Pike, Seattle, WA, 98122, United States
The following description comes from the event organizer.
Internationally renowned vocalist, songwriter, and classically trained multi-instrumentalist, Faouzia, is one of pop’s most compelling global forces. Recognized for her evocative storytelling and soaring vocal range, she blends her multilingual roots with a boundary-shattering vision to carve her own path within a cinematic sonic universe of her own design. Faouzia has been spotlighted by Variety and Entertainment Weekly as an ‘Artist to Watch,’ with Variety further declaring her “an international artist in the truest sense.” In 2024, Faouzia captivated millions on China’s hit competition series, Singer, ultimately being one of the finalists, and is now the second most streamed international artist in China behind Taylor Swift. After introducing herself in 2019 with “Tears of Gold,” Faouzia has captivated audiences with breakout singles like “RIP, Love” — surpassing 150 million global streams and video plays combined — along with fan favorites “Don’t Call Me” and “Plastic Therapy.” Her genre-defying collaborations span from John Legend (“Minefields”) and Kelly Clarkson (“I Dare You”) to David Guetta (“Battle”), Galantis (“I Fly”), Alan Walker (“Last Song”), and most recently Illenium & G.E.M. on “Still Breathing,” further cementing her status as a true crossover artist. Now fully independent with her debut album FILM NOIR out now, Faouzia conjures a visual and cinematic world through her intricate and purposeful lyricism as well as her dramatic and melancholic melodies – with her unmistakable vocals taking center stage. The album spans 11 ethereal tracks and includes Faouzia’s first independent single “PORCELAIN,” as well as “PEACE & VIOLENCE” and viral breakout hit “UNETHICAL,” which landed Faouzia on the cover of Spotify’s Pop All Day playlist as well on Pop Rising. FILM NOIR has already garnered over 113M worldwide streams and recently charted on Apple Music’s Top Pop Albums chart.

BabyMorocco at Capitol Hill Block Party
2026-08-07 - 2026-08-09 | Neumos, 925 E Pike, Seattle, WA, 98122, United States
Clayton Pettet, known professionally as Babymorocco, is a Moroccan-born English singer, record producer, and performance artist.

Capitol Hill Block Party returns in a BIG way.
We’re back to three packed days of music, art and culture on a brand new weekend, August 7-9.
Join us in the heart of Seattle’s iconic Capitol Hill neighborhood while we shut down the streets for the city’s biggest party. Tickets on sale now. 21+.

Fatima Hajji
2026-09-05 22:00 - 2026-09-06 01:00 | Substation, 645 NW 45th St, Seattle, WA, 98107
Fatima Hajji – Fatima Hajji is a powerhouse in the global techno scene, renowned for her electrifying energy, innovative productions, and deep connection to her audience. Spanish by birth but with Arab roots, she blends tribal grooves with cutting-edge techno to create a unique sound that bridges inspired rhythms with modern, high-energy beats. Starting her journey at just 16, she rose to perform over 120 shows per year, headlining major festivals like Awakenings, Verknipt, Monegros, Medusa, Beyond Wonderland and TimeWarp Spain. She has also graced the booths of iconic venues such as Tresor Berlin, Fabric London, Space Miami and Amnesia Ibiza. In 2023, she launched her “Fatima Hajji Invites” event series, debuting with a sold-out All Night Long performance at Fabrik Madrid, which expanded in subsequent years to other locations, drawing global attention. Looking to 2025, Fatima is set to launch her new label, Strobö, to showcase cutting-edge sounds and rising talent, alongside performances at major festivals across Europe, Asia, and beyond. Her journey from teenage techno enthusiast to global icon is marked by authenticity, creativity, and relentless passion, with a commitment to staying true to her roots while constantly innovating.

Bumbershoot: Sudan Archives
2026-09-06

DJ Habibi Beats in Vancouver
2026-10-23 22:00 - 2026-10-24 04:00 | Fortune Sound Club, 147 E Pender St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6A 1T5, Canada
19+
A powerhouse in the global dance music scene, DJ Habibeats is taking over Fortune Sound on October 23rd. Known for his viral event, “Habibi’s House”, Habibeats delivers a one-of-a-kind sound, fusing percussion-heavy genres like Amapiano, Baile Funk, and Jersey Club with the rich cultural influences of the Middle East, Africa, Brazil, and Latin America, garnering listeners worldwide.

Winter Festival: In Her Voice: Seffarine: De Fez a Jerez
2027-01-23 19:30 - 21:00 | Chapel at Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98103
Seffarine invites audiences into a sweeping musical journey across time and tide, tracing a lineage that stretches from the courts of Al-Andalus to the vibrant, evolving traditions of today. This special program moves fluidly between the intricate beauty of classical Andalusi repertoire, music carried to North Africa by those displaced during the Inquisition and Seffarine’s own bold, contemporary voice.
At its heart is Moroccan vocalist Lamiae Naki, born in the ancient city of Fes and deeply connected directly to this living tradition, joined by flamenco guitarist and oud player Nat Hulskamp. Together with their international ensemble, they illuminate a shared musical inheritance born along the Strait of Gibraltar, where cultures once intertwined for centuries.

Spring Festival: Mediterranean Currents: Haitham Haidar: Zaytoun
2027-03-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Chapel at Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98103
Tenor Haitham Haidar leads his JUNO Award-nominated project, Zaytoun (meaning ‘Olive’ in Arabic) alongside Rachell Ellen Wong, Dušan Balarin, Amanda Keesmaat, Abraham Ross, and Abdul-Wahab Kayyali. Zaytoun is a captivating collection of beautiful Baroque and Arabic songs, interlaced with poetry and musical improvisations, an exploration of the intersection between Baroque and Arabic music. Whether it be through instrumentation, ornamentation, or vocal production, Zaytoun highlights the natural connections between what we generally view as separate worlds.
