Celebrating the Hijazi Culture

Saudi Arabia is country made up of tribes. The tribes were at war for many years until the king successfully united the tribes. Jeddah is made up of several different tribes together know as Hijazi. Hijazi folklore and culture was shared with us through music and dance. This traditional music was very uplifting and the entertainers were full of energy. We drank Saudi coffee, ate dates, and danced the night away. I have had a question asked of me regarding music in Saudi Arabia. I have found out that music is not taught in schools. Some students are self taught, hire tutors, and/or have parents that passed it down to them. Some conservative parents still tend to fear music because they are unsure of what effects it will have on their children and Saudi culture. I will see if I can verify this by asking it to several other people.

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Celebrating Jeddah

Until next time...