Berklee Abu Dhabi’s Jazz Night featuring Faia Younan

Faia Younan – Acclaimed Syrian singer-songwriter known for her cinematic sound and poetic approach to Arabic music. Faia Younan’s work blends contemporary arrangements with strong Middle Eastern musical influences, creating an emotional and distinctive artistic voice. Recognized for her expressive performances and refined musical identity, she brings a unique fusion of storytelling, orchestral textures, and modern Arabic songwriting to the stage.

Ghaliaa – Ghaliaa is a Syrian-born, UAE-based singer-songwriter, composer, and multi-instrumentalist blending Arabic and English across R&B, indie pop, and jazz. A Forbes 30 Under 30 MENA honoree and Berklee Abu Dhabi PEARL graduate, she has released multiple albums, composed for film, and collaborated with icons like Assala Nasri, building global connections through her authentic music.

Nikolai Mishchenko – Nikolai is a contemporary pianist, composer, and sound producer from Moscow whose unique style seamlessly blends traditional jazz roots, classical improvisations, and electronic elements. Having collaborated with renowned artists like Igor Butman and Mayssa Karaa, Nikolai is a Berklee Alum and Berklee Abu Dhabi faculty member who is deeply passionate about exploring the innovative connections between music, science, poetry, and nature.

Saif Al Ali–  An Emirati singer, oud player, and composer, he bridges cultural heritage with modern innovation by blending oud, piano, and vocals. A Berklee Abu Dhabi PEARL graduate with a degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering, he uniquely combines technical precision with artistic expression, bringing structure, creativity, and discipline to every contemporary Arabic performance and project.

Maisoon Mubarak – Maisoon Mubarak is an Egyptian singer based in the UAE, blending classical Arabic influences with contemporary pop through emotional storytelling. A Berklee Abu Dhabi PEARL graduate and UAE National Orchestra choir member, her diverse performance experience spans solo and choral work globally, including NYU Abu Dhabi, New York’s Carnegie Hall, and festivals in Lebanon and Jordan.

Nejma Alkoor  – Nejma is an Egyptian singer, songwriter, musician based in Abu Dhabi. A former participant in The Voice Kids, she graduated with distinction from Bait Al Oud at 12 and is also a Berklee Abu Dhabi PEARL graduate . A senior at Berklee College of Music as a Professional Music Major. She has released two albums, is working on her third, and performs locally and internationally.

• Children under 3 will be seated on their parent's laps and its parents responsiblity to keep them silent during the show.

• يرجى التأكد من طباعة تذكرتك الإلكترونية قبل التوجه إلى المسرح.
• تفتح الأبواب قبل 30 دقيقة من بداية العرض.
• سيتم السماح بدخول الزوار المتأخرون فقط خلال فترة توقف مناسبة في العرض، وقد يتم إيواء المتأخرين في أماكن جلوس بديلة لتجنب إزعاج العرض.
• تتوفر مواقف محدودة مجانية في مؤسسة الثقافة.
• يحظر تمامًا التصوير الفوتوغرافي أو التسجيل الصوتي أو الفيديو بما في ذلك الهواتف المحمولة داخل مسرح مؤسسة الثقافة، ما لم يُذكر خلاف ذلك.
• لا يُسمح بإدخال الطعام أو المشروبات داخل المسرح.