QUICK FACTS
Date of Birth
1984
Al-Ramah, Upper Galilee, Palestine
Place of Birth
Why Featured?
Pioneering jazz pianist and composer, blending Arabic, jazz, rock, and classical music influences, contributing significantly to the cultural landscape of the Middle East and beyond.
BRIEF BIO
Faraj Suleiman is a Palestinian jazz pianist and composer celebrated for his innovative blending of Arabic melodies, jazz, rock, and classical music. He has released several albums and has been involved in numerous projects in film, theater, and music, earning a reputation as a leading figure in contemporary Middle Eastern music.
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DATE
Monday, January 26, 2026
MAJOR MILESTONES
Key dates & turning points
First solo concert in Haifa, 2013 - This marked his introduction to the public as a performer and set the stage for his career in music.
Overcoming initial failure - His first show was a disaster, but it motivated him to improve and succeed.
Release of two albums in 2017 - ‘Once Upon A City’ and ‘My Heart Is A Forest’, the latter being a collection of children's songs.
Performing at the Montreux Jazz Festival, 2018 - A major international milestone in his career.
Release of ‘Second Verse’ album, 2019 - His first album to include vocals, crowdfunded and showcasing a new dimension in his music.
CONTRIBUTIONS
What they did, and why it matters
Blending of Arabic, jazz, rock, and classical music - Creating a unique musical style...See More
Collaboration with Banksy for "Walled-off Hotel" in Bethlehem - Contributing to a significant artistic collaboration...See More
Inventing a secret language with his cousin at age 12, gaining media attention...See More
Album "Better than Berlin", 2020 - Reflecting on Haifa's transformation and Palestinian life.
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Last updated
Jan 26, 2026
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