Tarek is both a teacher and a student on the Music & Resilience project in the refugee camps in Lebanon, and he took part in this summer’s exchange programme, which led to the production of the show Assomoud Music Flotilla.

During his stay, he demonstrated great interest and a remarkable understanding of Prima Materia’s musical approach; consequently, the association and the Music & Resilience project have decided to offer him a three-month training programme in Community Music and psychosocial support through music, as well as a course focusing on instrumental and teaching skills.

All this in exchange for his active participation as a member of this musical community, at least for the next three months, during which he will contribute to enriching our musical, cultural and social repertoire, whilst also offering lessons, courses and in-depth workshops!

Tarek will also be a guest at various organisations across Italy with which Music & Resilience has forged links in recent years, contributing his experience and first-hand account within other community, school and voluntary sector contexts.

The Italian Embassy has already granted him a three-month visa, valid from the end of September.