Guelma \u2013 The 13th edition of Algeria\u2019s National Festival of Contemporary Music kicked off in style at the city\u2019s Roman Theatre, where an enthusiastic audience enjoyed a rich and diverse musical evening. The opening concert, held on Sunday night, was headlined by renowned artist Nadia Kerfi, who blended traditional Algerian folk songs with modern rhythms, setting the tone for a week of artistic celebration that runs until August 13.Nadia\u2019s performance electrified the packed 4,000-seat open-air venue, marking the festival\u2019s long-awaited return to Guelma after a three-year hiatus. In a poignant moment of solidarity with the Palestinian people of Gaza\u2014who continue to face blockade, massacres, and inhumane practices at the hands of the Zionist occupier\u2014Kerfi performed \u201cShaddou Ba\u2019dkom ya Ahl Filastin\u201d (\u201cHold Each Other, People of Palestine\u201d), earning emotional applause from the crowd.Her set also featured reimagined versions of heritage songs from various Algerian musical traditions, such as \u201cSab Errachrach\u201d, \u201cYa Aini Nouhi\u201d, and \u201cYa Saleh Ya Saleh\u201d, which the audience sang and danced along to, underscoring Algeria\u2019s commitment to preserving cultural identity while embracing contemporary artistic expression.The night also saw the legendary group Ra\u00efna Ra\u00ef celebrate 45 years since its founding, performing classics like \u201cYa Zina Diri Latay\u201d and \u201cYa Rayi Hakda\u201d, while artist Salim Chaoui delighted fans\u2014especially the younger generation\u2014with his light, upbeat hits.Representing the Minister of Culture and Arts, Samir Tha\u00e2lbi, Director General of the National Copyright and Related Rights Office, stressed that the festival is an important platform to showcase and pass down Algeria\u2019s rich heritage, discover new talents, and bring together diverse musical and artistic experiences from across the country.According to the official program, Monday night\u2019s concert will feature performances by Amir Mirvana, Cheb Qellal, and Yacine Tiguer, promising another vibrant evening in this celebration of Algerian creativity and cultural unity<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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