Following the success of our first concert dedicated to the legendary Umm Kulthum, Music Without Borders Ensemble for Arabic Music returns with Umm Kulthum 2, a new program featuring a fresh selection of the Star of the East’s timeless masterpieces.

As part of the Music Without Borders Festival 2026, the Music Without Borders Ensemble for Arabic Music will bring to the stage some of Umm Kulthum’s most beloved works, revisiting her extraordinary musical repertoire through a new selection of songs and arrangements.

Music Direction by Gaby Al Botros.

Music Without Borders Festival 2026 is funded by/est financé par:

The Government of Canada/le gouvernement du Canada.

Ontario Arts Council/Le Conseil des arts de l’Ontario

Ontario Government/Le gouvernement de l’Ontario

Music Without Borders Festival 2026 is sponsored by:

Mera Sobeih Real Estate

Jasmine Counselling & Psychotherapy

MusiSauga School of Music

Tickets available here: https://www.musicwithoutborders.ca/event-details-registration/mwbf2026-umm-kulthum-2-vancouver