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Traditional Baalbek Singers: Guardians of Lebanon’s Musical Soul
Traditional Baalbek Singers: Guardians of Lebanon’s Musical Soul Baalbek, a historic city in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, is not only known for its Roman temples, but also as the beating heart of Lebanon’s oral musical tradition. It has given rise to legendary performers who carried the soul of the land in their voices. Among the most…
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Badawiyya Dabke: The Desert-Born Dance of Baalbek’s Nomadic Roots
What Is Badawiyya Dabke? A Traditional Bedouin Dance Preserved in Baalbek Al-Badawiyya (البداوية) Dabke — or Bedouin-style Dabke — is one of the most ancient and emotionally resonant forms of Dabke preserved in the Baalbek region. With its shoulder-to-shoulder posture, tight formations, and stomping footwork, this dance style reflects Bedouin discipline, pride, and tribal unity.…
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