AL-OUSTAZ BAND

Join us for an unforgettable evening as Al-Oustaz Band takes you on a musical journey through the timeless works of the legendary Egyptian singer and composer, Mohamed Abdul Wahab (1902-1991). Led by producer Firas Hassan, this talented 6-piece ensemble is in the early stages of bringing to life the captivating melodies and harmonies that have defined an era of music.

With the advent of audio documentation technology, the world was gifted with a treasure trove of mesmerizing music. Al-Austaz Band is here to reimagine these masterpieces, blending modern production techniques while staying true to the cultural authenticity and original spirit of these timeless works. Their mission is to bridge the past with the present, delivering a fresh sound for today's generation while keeping the soul of the music intact.

Line-up Al-Oustaz Band

• Ghays Mansour – Vocals
• Tareq Al Sayed – Oud
• Anaïs Moffarts – Bass Guitar
• Ali Shaker – Qanun
• Yamen Martini – trumpet
• Firas Hassan – Percussion & Music Production

De Centrale celebrates its 30th anniversary, and we won’t let it go unnoticed! We kick off the festivities with a fantastic three-day birthday event on April 24, 25, and 26. The program is packed with musical highlights:

Thursday, April 24: LJUBOJNA + LEDEBIRDS – Macedonian sounds, international flair, and local support.

Friday, April 25: AL-OUSTAZ BAND – A tribute to Mohamed Abdul Wahab.

Saturday, April 26: FELA KUTI CELEBRATION BAND + DJ AZAM – A musical homage to the king of Afrobeat.

Join us at De Centrale and celebrate with us!