Khaleeji Rhythm Mechanism Workshop
With Ahmad Aljarrah – Certified World Percussionist
The Saudi Music Hub – Riyadh presents a specialized workshop designed to deepen participants’ understanding of Khaleeji rhythms beyond memorization, focusing on mechanism, feel, and dynamics.
Led by Ahmad Aljarrah, the workshop breaks down Khaleeji rhythms from the inside out, covering pulse placement, accent structure, articulation, phrasing, and the creation of professional variations applicable to live and contemporary performance settings.
The workshop also highlights the fundamental differences between Sea rhythms and Desert rhythms, and how each approach shapes energy, movement, and musical identity within modern Khaleeji music.
Workshop Details
• Dates: January 12, 19, and 26, 2026
• Format: Three-part workshop series
• Location: Saudi Music Center – Riyadh
Target Audience
Percussionists, instrumentalists, and musicians seeking a deeper, practical understanding of Khaleeji rhythms and their professional application.
Instructor Bio
Ahmad Aljarrah is a certified world percussionist and professional educator, holding a Master’s degree in Music Performance from Berklee College of Music. He specializes in Arabic and Khaleeji rhythms and has performed and taught internationally. He is currently active in music education and performance in Saudi Arabia
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