Umm Kulthum concerts in Abu Dhabi heralded the birth of the UAE

▶ ‘The Star of the East’ was invited to perform by Sheikh Zayed, the Founding Father, writes James Langton

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When it was announced that Umm Kulthum was coming to Abu Dhabi in 1971 to sing for Sheikh Zayed, the news sparked plenty of excitement. “A grand artistic dream is materialising these days,” Al Ittihad reported. “The Lady of Arabic song will share in...

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