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Saed Haddad is a contemporary classical music composer who was born on October 17, 1972, in Jordan. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a composer and his mother a pianist. Haddad started playing the piano at the age of six and later learned to play the guitar and the oud, a traditional Middle Eastern stringed instrument. Haddad's musical education began at the National Music Conservatory in Amman, Jordan, where he studied composition, music theory, and orchestration. He later continued his studies in Paris, France, at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, where he earned a degree in composition. Haddad's music is heavily influenced by his Middle Eastern heritage, and he often incorporates traditional Arabic music elements into his compositions. He is also known for his use of unconventional instruments, such as the qanun, a Middle Eastern zither, and the ney, a Middle Eastern flute. One of Haddad's most notable works is his opera "Kalila wa Dimna," which premiered in 2010 at the Opéra de Rouen in France. The opera is based on a collection of fables from the Middle East and features a libretto in Arabic and French. The work was well-received by critics and audiences alike, with one critic describing it as "a masterpiece of contemporary opera." Another notable work by Haddad is his "Concerto for Oud and Orchestra," which was commissioned by the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra and premiered in 2013. The concerto features the oud as the solo instrument and combines traditional Arabic music with Western classical music elements. The work has been praised for its innovative approach to blending different musical traditions. Haddad has also composed several chamber music works, including "Taqsim," a piece for clarinet and piano, and "Trio for Violin, Cello, and Piano." His chamber music works often feature intricate rhythms and melodic lines, as well as a fusion of different musical styles. In addition to his work as a composer, Haddad is also a professor of composition at the Haute École de Musique de Genève in Switzerland. He has also served as a guest lecturer and composer-in-residence at several universities and music festivals around the world. Haddad's music has been performed by numerous orchestras and ensembles, including the Orchestre National de France, the BBC Symphony Orchestra, and the Ensemble Intercontemporain. He has received several awards and honors for his work, including the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres from the French government and the Prince Pierre Foundation Music Award. Overall, Saed Haddad is a highly respected and innovative composer who has made significant contributions to the world of contemporary classical music. His unique blend of Middle Eastern and Western musical traditions has earned him a reputation as one of the most exciting and original voices in contemporary music today.

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