Thank you for attending
Thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday, 17th May 2025, for the special fundraising concert for The Hanoon Foundation, organised by Meshwar. The evening featured the wonderful Palestinian singer Leen Al Faqih, who performed folklore and heritage songs alongside a talented ensemble and choir.
About Leen Alfaqih
A Palestinian voice that embodies the spirit of the homeland and revolution and one of the most exciting new artists to emerge from the Middle East. A multilingual artist who sings in Arabic, French, Spanish, and English. Leen is inspired by a range of East-meets-West styles, including Jazz, Bolero, Latin, Oriental, and Arabic music. Through her songs, she expresses love for the land, the voice of the people, and resistance through art. Alongside her musical career, she holds a master’s degree in Violence Against Women and Children, with a special focus on refugee affairs and the role of music in supporting refugee children through psychological and social interventions. In her academic research, she highlights the therapeutic role of art and music in alleviating trauma and promoting psychological healing in children. Leen seamlessly blends art with science, using her voice as a tool for advocacy, healing, and the pursuit of Palestinian freedom.
Key Concerts in Her Musical Career
On August 25, 2022, Leen Al Faqih performed a remarkable concert in Amman at the prestigious Dr. Mohammad Hamdan Theater, located within the International Academy – Amman (IAA). This exceptional concert showcased her unique ability to blend diverse musical influences, skillfully merging Western, Eastern, and Latin styles to deliver a harmonious and emotionally moving musical experience. The evening featured timeless patriotic songs alongside a selection of deeply moving pieces. Accompanied by a 20 musicians and a vibrant youth choir, Leen’s powerful and versatile voice filled the venue, leaving an unforgettable impression on the audience. This concert was a testament to her extraordinary talent and her deep connection to Palestinian cultural heritage, marking a significant milestone in her artistic journey.
On February 8, 2024, Leen Al Faqih captivated audiences at the prestigious Spring of Culture Festival in Bahrain, taking listeners on a mesmerizing musical journey through national and revolutionary songs inspired by Palestine’s rich heritage. These songs carried deep national emotions, blending echoes of the past with the spirit of the present. Held at the Cultural Hall in Manama, the concert drew a full house, with an enthusiastic audience singing along passionately. Leen’s unique ability to fuse traditional melodies with modern influences created an extraordinary atmosphere, uniting generations and breathing new life into Palestinian heritage. With her powerful and expressive voice, backed by a professional ensemble of musicians, she performed a repertoire that honored Palestine’s musical legacy while reflecting the broader Arab identity. The night was filled with a spirit of unity and collective nostalgia, as her patriotic and revolutionary songs forged an emotional bond between the audience and their homeland, making it an unforgettable experience for all.
On February 15, 2025, Leen Al Faqih shared the stage with a distinguished group of national figures, including the renowned Palestinian poet Tamim Al-Barghouti, Lebanese artist Ahmad Qa’abour, and activist Qadura Fares, head of the Commission of Detainees and Ex-Detainees Affairs, during a special charity event organised by the Palestine International Association for Development at the Ritz Carlton in Amman. Dr. As’ad Abdul Rahman, the founder and CEO of the Palestine International Institute, an organization dedicated to strengthening global engagement with the Palestinian cause and also a prominent Arab writer, researcher, and political analyst specializing in Palestinian affairs, honored Leen for her artistic and advocacy contributions to the Palestinian cause, including her initiatives supporting Palestinian refugees.