MARSM UK

Promoting the rich & diverse music and culture of the Arabic-speaking world in the UK & beyond. IG: marsm_uk, Facebook:

[Ghassan Abu Sitta, Chair of Conflict Medicine AUB @GhassanAbuSitt1]

Fundraiser for the treatment of war wounded children from Gaza. Please amplify and London people please attend @GASCFUND

[MARSM UK @MarsmUk]

Award-winning singer, composer and flautist, Nai Barghouti is one of the most
distinguished vocalists of a new generation of Palestinian and Arab artists. Bring to the UK her genre-defying link between Jazz and Arabic music.

[Royal Scottish National Orchestra @RSNO]

More tickets released! A few production tickets have gone back on sale for our concert with Nai Barghouti in Glasgow on 8 February. Be quick!

🎟️ https://t.co/db0mRoukOz

@MarsmUk

[MARSM UK @MarsmUk]

Joe Show is a satirical political program in which Youssef Hussein, known as Joe, sheds light on the state of affairs in some Arab media outlets affiliated with certain political regimes through the contradictions and paradoxes they address in their programs.

[MARSM UK @MarsmUk]

For the first time in London, Youssef Hussein from Joe Show will highlight the current state of political affairs through an unforgettable evening of stand-up comedy

Tickets: https://t.co/DLRA3qkUFG

[Kings Place @KingsPlace]

✨ Sun 28 Jul: The foremost female ambassador of Gnawa music, Asmâa Hamzaoui & her group Bnat Timboukto bring their contagious brand of evangelistic desert blues. Presented by @MarsmUk & originally part of @SonglinesMag Encounters Festival in May.

🎟️ https://t.co/PmI0ljAlEo

[Palestine Solidarity Campaign @PSCupdates]

Platforming Palestinian artists is a crucial form of resistance. That's why we are proud to support this evening by @MarsmUK showcasing the rich Palestinian tradition of Oud music by three of the most prominent Oud masters of our time, @LeTrioJoubran 🇵🇸

https://t.co/wGOAqhnU6W

[Palestine Solidarity Campaign @PSCupdates]

Award-winning singer, composer and flutist Nai Barghouti said of her lyrics addressing Israel’s oppression: “I would simply call this being a Palestinian. It is who I am. Our concerns inevitably seep through our music: we can’t separate ourselves from our identity.”

[MARSM UK @MarsmUk]

@NahlaInk @palmusic_uk @TheMosaicRooms @O2ForumKTown @DingwallsLive @AKCGallery @LondonJazzFest @StoneNest_LDN We can’t wait! 😍

[Nahla Al-Ageli @NahlaInk]

Albeit a while since the last update, I'm happy to share the #ArabAboutLondon events listing this week. Have a look to find out what is happening in London town, with music, performances, lectures, workshops, and films and more. Lmk if you have an event you'd like to add!

[Kings Place @KingsPlace]

@MarsmUk our new artistic associate presents an extremely clever and witty Arabic stand-up comedy show from George Alain. This event will be performed in Arabic. Saturday.

🎟️https://t.co/9jcZigYjO3

[MARSM UK @MarsmUk]

@pfizerforu We're not trying to give away too many hints but they MAY be coming to London soon... 👀

[LSE Middle East @LSEMiddleEast]

👇🏽 @sharmoofers will be performing in London at the Garage on 19 March. The band is known for its Middle East power fusion of upbeat tempos, Arabic reggae-ska infused pop and unique brand of humorous social commentary. Get your tickets here: https://t.co/0pJtyxhNo5

[MARSM UK @MarsmUk]

Can we hear a zalghouta? 😌
Visa issues - all sorted & Sharmoofers are ready to raise the roof in London 19th March! Get your tickets now:
https://t.co/2BCTCo5VxD

[MARSM UK @MarsmUk]

The @sharmoofers Europe tour (14th - 20th March) is at risk due to date error on visas issued by TLS (AGAIN) on behalf of @UKinEgypt. We can't seem to speak to anyone. @GarethBayleyUK can you help? Its cancellation will disappoint hundreds of fans + cause huge financial losses

[Gorsewood Primary @GorsewoodPrimar]

Year 5 had a special music lesson today and learnt about Arabic music, instruments, dance and even sang a Syrian song. @marsmuk @louaialhenawi #gorsewoodmusic #gorsewoodenrichment

[SOAS Middle East Institute @SOAS_MEI]

Dawlat - Arabic Storytelling

Tuesday 7 March at SOAS. Organised by @MarsmUk

https://t.co/c868KhpN4O

[MARSM UK @MarsmUk]

The @sharmoofers Europe tour (14th - 20th March) is at risk due to date error on visas issued by TLS (AGAIN) on behalf of @UKinEgypt. We can't seem to speak to anyone. @GarethBayleyUK can you help? Its cancellation will disappoint hundreds of fans + cause huge financial losses

[MARSM UK @MarsmUk]

What's on this week, you ask?

25/01: SOLD OUT fourth edition of everyone's fav Open Mic Night! The biggest edition yet, in partnership with @SOASConcerts.

28/01: Daboor and Fawzi take centre stage @OsloHackney, with Shabjdeed making a guest appearance: https://t.co/TJvzB4oGQD

[MARSM UK @MarsmUk]

All credit to @Chrishazboun alone - a wealth of knowledge.

Check out Christina's latest article on The Women of South West Asian and North African Electronic Music: https://t.co/87FEo7Zn2F

[the Invisible @HiveMarc]

Check out Christina Hazboun (of @MarsmUk ) scene report:
https://t.co/3huvSyOHDh

[Arab British Centre @ArabBritishCent]

Fancy being @MarsmUk's new Marketing Manager? You need social media & marketing experience, excellent comms skills & an ability to work in a fast-paced environment & a love for music from the Arabic-speaking world and its diasporas.
Deadline 20 Jan: https://t.co/hcrUKnLglt