Discover how Abdelkader Ben Damash’s dedication to Algerian artistic heritage earned him recognition from the Minister of Culture and Arts. Stay updated with cultural highlights at dzwatch.net.
Algerian Cultural Icon Abdelkader Ben Damash Receives Honors
In a commendable ceremony at the ministry’s headquarters, the Algerian Minister of Culture and Arts, Dr. Souria Moulouji, honored the esteemed Abdelkader Ben Damash on Tuesday for his numerous cultural contributions towards preserving and documenting Algerian artistic heritage.
This recognition follows Ben Damash’s completion of his administrative tenure at the helm of the Algerian Agency for Cultural Influence. Dr. Moulouji lauded Ben Damash’s enduring efforts in promoting Algerian heritage, folk poetry, and Melhoun music over decades. She encouraged the cultural stalwart to continue his valuable research and writing to further enrich the Algerian library and honor the nation’s legacy.
Abdelkader Ben Damash is renowned for his extensive involvement in the Algerian music scene and for being a guardian of folk heritage and Melhoun poetry. Among his numerous works is the celebrated “El Meqnine Ezzine” with the late Al-Baji and the four-volume “Greatest Names in Algerian Music.”
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