Date: October 10, 2026
Categories: Choral, Family, Folk music, Premiere performance, Song, Women musicians, Youth
Tags: algerian music association of london, amal choir, arabo-andalusi, oud, rachida lamri, yaz fentazi

Saturday 10th October 2026,7:00 PM at St James’s Church, 197 Piccadilly, Piccadilly, London, W1J 9LL.

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Programme
Traditional Arabo-Andalusi – Algerian Songs of Memory and Heritage

Performers
Rachida Lamri – Director / mezzo-soprano
Yaz Fentazi – oud
Samir Nacer – percussion

AMAL Choir

Programme Note
Join the Algerian Music Association of London (AMAL) for an enchanting night celebrating the rich, sweeping heritage of Algerian music.

Directed by mezzo-soprano Rachida Lamri, this diverse ensemble takes the stage in breathtaking traditional attire to perform “Arabo-Andalusi” classical masterpieces, beloved national anthems, and nostalgic oldies.

The choir’s captivating vocal arrangements will be backed by an exceptional lineup of world-class instrumentalists.

Experience the mastery of oud virtuoso Yaz Fentazi, celebrated for his high-profile collaborations with global icons Robert Plant and Natacha Atlas, alongside the driving, vibrant rhythms of percussionist Samir Nacer and the deep grooves of Fouzi on bass.

Secure your seat for a magical evening of culture, rhythm, and pure musical artistry in this beautiful venue in the heart of London.
AMAL – The Algerian Music Association of London.