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Abdel Al Aboud was born on January 15, 1985, in Damascus, Syria. He was born into a family of musicians, and his father was a well-known oud player in the region. Abdel grew up surrounded by music and began playing the oud at a young age. He showed a natural talent for the instrument and quickly became a skilled player. Abdel's father recognized his son's talent and began teaching him the oud. He also encouraged Abdel to study music formally, and he enrolled him in the Damascus Conservatory of Music. There, Abdel studied under some of the most renowned oud players in the country and honed his skills. After completing his studies at the conservatory, Abdel began performing professionally. He quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented oud players in Syria and began performing at major events and festivals throughout the country. In 2005, Abdel was invited to perform at the Damascus Opera House, one of the most prestigious venues in the country. His performance was a huge success, and he received critical acclaim for his skill and artistry. This performance marked the beginning of Abdel's international career. Over the next few years, Abdel continued to perform at major events and festivals throughout the Middle East. He also began to gain recognition in Europe and the United States, and he was invited to perform at several international music festivals. In 2010, Abdel released his first album, titled "Echoes of Damascus." The album was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to establish Abdel as one of the most talented oud players in the world. The album featured traditional Syrian music, as well as some of Abdel's original compositions. In 2012, Abdel was invited to perform at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. This was a major milestone in his career, as the Kennedy Center is one of the most prestigious venues in the world. Abdel's performance was a huge success, and he received a standing ovation from the audience. Over the next few years, Abdel continued to perform at major venues and festivals around the world. He also released several more albums, including "Syrian Dreams" and "Journey to the East." These albums showcased Abdel's versatility as a musician and his ability to blend traditional Syrian music with other genres. In 2017, Abdel was awarded the National Heritage Fellowship by the National Endowment for the Arts. This is one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon a traditional artist in the United States, and it recognized Abdel's contributions to the preservation and promotion of Syrian music. Today, Abdel continues to perform and record music. He is widely regarded as one of the most talented oud players in the world, and his music has helped to introduce Syrian music to audiences around the globe. Despite the challenges facing his homeland, Abdel remains committed to preserving and promoting Syrian music and culture.

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