Zakariyya Ahmad

Composer

Birthday February 9, 1896

Birth Sign Aquarius

Birthplace Egypt

DEATH DATE Aug 14, 1961 (65)

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About

Composer and musician known for his traditional Egyptian folk style.

Before Fame

He began composing music when he was a teenager and turned professional when he was 22.

Trivia

He composed songs for legendary Egyptian singer Umm Kulthum.

Family Life

His mother was Turkish and his father was Egyptian.

Associated With

He was creating music during the same era as legendary American guitarist Robert Johnson.