Hoda Alkhamis-Kanoo and Nayla de Freige gathered under the arches of the National Library in Beirut. (Credit: Nabil Ismail)
Hoda Alkhamis-Kanoo's tone and eloquence as founder and president of the Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Festival (ADMAF) subtly enhance her message and other traits: a piercing intensity in her gaze, a heroic presence, and a regal aura.She emphasizes the important words: friendship, arts, resilience, unity, the power of music, and the future of humanity — all of which completely define her.Beyond the individual, she embodies a traveler exploring the world, engaging with the world's significant musical temples, suggesting collaborations, and carrying the belief that any conflict can be resolved through beauty and human creativity — particularly through music. Two months ago in Baalbeck Carmen at Baalbeck: Celebrating passion, resilience and determination 'It will be a true musical biography': KanooHer trip to Beirut ended...
Hoda Alkhamis-Kanoo's tone and eloquence as founder and president of the Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Festival (ADMAF) subtly enhance her message and other traits: a piercing intensity in her gaze, a heroic presence, and a regal aura.She emphasizes the important words: friendship, arts, resilience, unity, the power of music, and the future of humanity — all of which completely define her.Beyond the individual, she embodies a traveler exploring the world, engaging with the world's significant musical temples, suggesting collaborations, and carrying the belief that any conflict can be resolved through beauty and human creativity — particularly through music. Two months ago in Baalbeck Carmen at Baalbeck: Celebrating passion, resilience and determination 'It will be a true musical biography': KanooHer trip to Beirut...
