About Music of Lebanon
Music of Lebanon is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of music of the Middle East.
Among the best-known names in the style are Layal Abboud, Fairuz, Elissa, Sabah and Najwa Karam.
Music of Lebanon has given rise to 1 subgenre on this site, such as Lebanese hip hop.
From Wikipedia
The music of Lebanon has a long history. Beirut, the capital city of Lebanon, has long been known, especially in a period immediately following World War II, for its art and intellectualism. Several singers emerged in this period, among some of the most famous Fairuz, Sabah, Zaki Nassif, and Wadih El Safi.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Music of Lebanon.
Key artists
- Layal Abboud
- Fairuz
- Elissa
- Sabah
- Najwa Karam
Related genres
Arabic music
music of the Arab world
Byzantine music
music in the tradition of the Byzantine Empire
Music of Turkey
music and musical traditions of Turkey and Ottoman music
Music of Egypt
musical culture of Egypt
Music of Iran
Iran
Music of Cyprus
overview of musical traditions in Cyprus
Music of Syria
musical culture of Syria
Music of Israel
overview of music traditions in Israel
Frequently asked questions
What is Music of Lebanon?
Music of Lebanon is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of music of the Middle East.
Who are famous Music of Lebanon artists?
Layal Abboud, Fairuz, Elissa, Sabah and Najwa Karam.