Selim Sahab facts for kids

Selim Sahab (whose name in Arabic is سليم سحاب) is a famous conductor and composer. A conductor is someone who leads an orchestra or choir. He was born in 1941 in a place called Mandatory Palestine. Today, he is a citizen of Egypt.

Selim Sahab's Musical Journey

His Musical Training

Selim Sahab studied music for many years. In 1971, he earned a special degree in leading choirs from the Institute of Jnesen. Later, in 1976, he got another diploma. This one was for leading big symphony orchestras, and he studied at the famous Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory.

Working in Lebanon

After his studies, Selim Sahab returned to Lebanon in 1977. He wrote music reviews for newspapers and magazines. He also worked as a music supervisor for the official Lebanese radio station. In 1980, he started the Beirut Arab Music Ensemble in Lebanon. This group focused on Arabic music.

Leading Opera Masr

Today, Selim Sahab is the head of 'Opera Masr'. He has also been given the special title of 'Good Will Ambassador'. This means he helps promote good things and understanding through music.

Groups Selim Sahab Founded

Selim Sahab has helped start many important music groups for both adults and children.

In Lebanon

• Beirut Arab Music Ensemble
• Lebanon Children's Choir

In Egypt

• National Arab Music Ensemble
• Cairo Opera Children's Choir
• Children Choir for the General Services of Heliopolis
• Choral groups in the Maternal and Child Welfare Association

See also

• Cairo Opera House
• سليم سحاب
• list of Egyptians