Musician Seeks to Rebuild Iraq through Music - Aono Inoue

  Naseer Shamma is 59-year-old and he was born in the southern city of Kut. He is considered a master oud player. In 1993, he fled Iraq because of Saddam Hussein’s dictatorship. During the time, he played an active part around the world in various situation. But in 2012, he returned to Iraq and he was shocked to see his country because he didn’t know Iraq’s situation. After he return, Iraq also had many battles just like before.

  He thought that Education is the solution and answer for the future of Iraq. So, he used money gained from the concerts for Iraq. For example, improving the Music and Ballet School in Baghdad and rebuilding 21 destroyed main squares so on. Furthermore, he used his fame to support causes that help people. It is not only these things but also he has some ideas of other projects for the country’s reconstruction. Because these actions were recognized, he became a UNESCO peace ambassador.

  Thus, he could rebuild his country to support culture and education and make people feel positive through music. Music have power that make things better.


  I have two reasons I chose this topic. First, I wanted to tell my classmate that music has a special power. Second, when I see this headline, I couldn’t come up with how to rebuild country by music. So, I wanted to know it. After I read this story, I could think my various experience of music may be useful for something.

Comments

  1. David WoodfieldMarch 3, 2022 at 6:42 PM

    Great story & great response. Shamma's dedication to the cultural renaissance of his country is admirable. Music can indeed have a positive impact, bringing cultural pride, comfort and joy.
    David :-)

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  2. UnknownMarch 3, 2022 at 6:50 PM

    This is a wonderful story I've never heard! I'm certain that music has a special power, too. Music has helped me in many situations. I think what he is great is he helped his home country not only by playing music but also contribute his money that he earn with his job. Thank you for your sharing!

    Saika

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  3. Yu ObataMarch 5, 2022 at 12:16 AM

    I was impressed by his mind to make his country better. Even though Iraq was in a difficult situation, he made much effort to help people in Iraq with music. How wonderful he is! I'd like to have a passion like him. Thank you for your attractive article.

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  4. Nozomi TaharaMarch 5, 2022 at 5:05 AM

    Hi Aono,

    Regarding your story, I was incredibly impressed with Naseer Shamma and his act.
    It is easy to do by himself, but he also expended a great amount of energy and investment etc. for many years.
    I think that his action will be make for the future of Iraq all the more valuable.

    Needless to say, everyone has the right to take an education or another thing equally.
    As you informed, “Music has power that make things better.”
    I think so too!

    Thank you for sharing us it and appreciate your kindness.

    Thank you!

    Nozomi☺

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  5. Kazuki TashiroMarch 6, 2022 at 12:35 AM

    I also think that music has a special power!!
    I'm always helped and encouraged by music.
    But I was really surprised that he rebuilt his country through his music!

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  6. UnknownMarch 6, 2022 at 11:57 PM

    Hi, Aono!
    I believe that music has the power to move people. And I believe that education is the most important factor in improving society.
    Thank you for tell me these wonderful news!

    Chinatsu

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