Jan 23, 2025 · Turki Al Sheikh, chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, discussed plans to reimagine the Saudi national anthem with German composer Hans Zimmer. Photo: @Turki_alalshikh / X Culture

Jan 24, 2025 · How about the Hans Zimmer “bwong” sound in a national anthem? It could happen, with reports coming out of Saudi Arabia that the Oscar-winning composer is in talks to create, or re-create, the ...

Jan 27, 2025 · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – The Saudi Arabia government has engaged legendary Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer to create a new arrangement of its national anthem, as part of the kingdom’s broader cultural and entertainment ambitions. Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, shared an image on X of his meeting with Zimmer, …

Jan 27, 2025 · Saudi Arabia continues to attract global icons, and this time it’s none other than Hans Zimmer, the legendary composer behind some of the most iconic film scores.The maestro has been invited to reimagine the Kingdom’s national anthem, “Aash Al-Malik” (Long Live the King), originally composed in 1947 by Egyptian musician Abdul Rahman Al-Khateeb.

Jan 25, 2025 · Expanding Saudi Arabia’s cultural footprint. In addition to the anthem project, Zimmer reportedly works on multiple projects including a Saudi-inspired musical titled Arabia and soundtrack development for The historic battle in Islam “Yarmuk” while planning a “very large concert.”These projects complement Saudi Arabia’s nationwide efforts to build a diverse …

Jan 23, 2025 · Saudi Arabia is in talks with Hans Zimmer to have the music maestro recreate the Kingdom’s national anthem using different instruments. Turki Al al-Sheikh, chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), posted a photo on X with Zimmer and called him “one of the greatest musicians of our time.”

Jan 26, 2025 · Saudi Arabia is collaborating with renowned composer Hans Zimmer to create a new interpretation of the Kingdom’s national anthem. Turki Al al-Sheikh, chairman of the General Entertainment...

Jan 24, 2025 · Saudi Arabia has asked legendary Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer to work on a new version of its national anthem, according to a senior official in the country. The move comes as the conservative Arab kingdom is reportedly trying to improve its image on the world stage as it seeks to diversify its oil-dependent economy.

Jan 24, 2025 · Zimmer’s possible musical ventures in Saudi Arabia seem to be a part of the country’s Vision 2023 programme, which aims to diversify its cultural capital.

Dec 12, 2024 · In a remarkable evening blending art and creativity, world-renowned composer Hans Zimmer is set to perform a musical concert for the first time at Mohammed Abdu Arena on January 24, 2025, as part of Riyadh Season.