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I am a composer, conductor, musicologist, and music educator with over 20 years of experience in higher music education, artistic creation, ensemble leadership, and academic research. I specialize in composition, orchestral direction, and hybrid pedagogical models that bridge Western classical traditions with Arab musical heritage. I work internationally as a composer, conductor, and lecturer, and I serve as an international expert for UNESCO, the EU, and GCC cultural policies and the diversity of cultural expressions. Fluent in Arabic, French, Italian, and English, I am currently based in the Gulf region with global mobility.
Experience Level
Language
Arabic
Fluent
French
Fluent
Italian
Advanced
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Work Experience
Project Manager, Artistic Director, Screenwriter, Composer and Conductor at Opening and Closing ceremonies of the 19th Mediterranean Games, Oran
July 6, 2022 - October 16, 2025Led the creative conception, production planning and conducting for the opening and closing ceremonies; collaborated with national and international teams.
Conductor at I Solisti Aquilani
May 27, 2022 - October 16, 2025Conducted performances in Rome (Quirinale Palace) on May 27, 2022.
President, National Council of Arts and Letters at National Council of Arts and Letters
December 31, 2020 - October 16, 2025Oversaw policy and cultural initiatives, representing Algerian arts at national and international platforms.
Musicologist Researcher at National Center for Research in Prehistory, Anthropology and History, Algiers
December 31, 2020 - October 16, 2025Conducted research on musical expression in cultural contexts, contributed to projects on the protection and promotion of cultural diversity, and collaborated with policy-makers and academic teams.
Secretary of State for Cultural Production at Government of Algeria
January 1, 2020 - PresentSecretary of State for Cultural Production, responsible for policy, funding and promotion of cultural production across the country.
President, Commission for the Identification of Musical Works at National Copyright Office and Neighboring Rights
December 31, 2019 - October 16, 2025Led identification and cataloguing of musical works, coordinating with rights holders and institutions to ensure proper attribution and compensation.
Founder & Manager at Algerian Youth Orchestra (OJA)
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2023Founded and managed five national sessions (Algiers, Jijel, Zéralda, Oran, Moscow), recruited and trained over 300 youth musicians (ages 15-30), directed educational and artistic programming, and fostered international collaborations; action recognized by UNESCO in 2020 for civil-society impact.
Founder & Artistic Director at Orchestre des Jeunes d’Algérie (OJA)
January 1, 2018 - PresentFounded and directed OJA, linking training, artistic practice, community life and cultural actions for young Algerian musicians.
Researcher at IReMus / CNRS - Sorbonne University
January 1, 2012 - PresentPhD-level research in musicology; contributions to ethnomusicology, madrasah-adhan studies, and digital culture; ongoing doctoral activities resumed in 2025.
Conductor at Algiers Opera Symphonic Orchestra
January 1, 2010 - PresentLed rehearsals and performances, directing orchestral programs for national and international audiences.
Artistic/Musical Director at Symphonic Orchestras & Ensembles (Various)
January 1, 2006 - PresentDirected international orchestras and ensembles, including Sofia Soundtrack Orchestra, Divertimento Symphony Orchestra (France), Hangzhou Conservatory Traditional Instruments Orchestra (China), and Algerian youth ensembles; led educational and artistic programming and regional rehearsals with a broad repertoire.
Professional Composer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2006 - PresentCreated over 200 original compositions (symphonic, chamber, film music, theatre, and didactic works); had works performed or awarded by National and International orchestras and festivals, including youth and regional ensembles.
Music Teacher & Trainer at Various institutions (Algeria, France)
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2021Taught soundtrack analysis, sound aesthetics, classical guitar, Arabic singing, music education, harmonic analysis, counterpoint, and chamber music across multiple institutions; supervised guitar theses and contributed to broader education programs.
Education
Doctorate in Medicine at Faculty of Medicine of Algiers
January 1, 2005 - October 16, 2025Musical writing at National Higher Institute of Music (INSM), Algiers
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2025Composition studies (Polyphonies) at School of writing and musical composition 'Polyphonies', France
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005Orchestral Conducting at Turin State Conservatory (Conservatorio di Torino)
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010Musicological Research at University of Paris-Sorbonne
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012Self-taught training at Self-directed study; traditional Algerian and Arab music groups
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 2002Training in Writing and Musical Composition at École Polyphonies (France) & National Higher Institute of Music (Algiers)
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005Orchestral Conducting at Torino State Conservatory “G. Verdi”
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010Maîtrise (Master 1) in Music & Musicology at Paris - Sorbonne University
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011Research Master’s Degree (Master 2) in Music & Musicology at Paris - Sorbonne University
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012Doctoral thesis in Music & Musicology at Paris - Sorbonne University / IReMus
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018Project Management Session at Digital Institute of Algeria
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Resumption of Doctoral thesis in Music & Musicology at Paris - Sorbonne University / IReMus
January 1, 2025 - June 18, 2026Qualifications
Officer of the Star of the Italian Order
June 2, 2021 - October 16, 2025Professional Scrum Master (PSM) Certification
January 1, 2023 - June 18, 2026Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Preparation
January 1, 2023 - June 18, 2026Intensive English courses (B2 certification)
January 1, 2023 - June 18, 2026Doctoral thesis resumption in Music & Musicology
January 1, 2025 - June 18, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Professional Services, Other
Experience Level
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