Algerian-born Abdelkader Saadoun is a renowned master of RAI music – which originates from traditional Algerian and world music (Chaabi, Kabil, Gnawa and Andalusian) and also encompasses Pop, Flamenco, Jazz, Funk, Rock, Reggae, Fusion, and Blues. Mr Saadoun is a composer, singer, song writer, educator, plays oud, mandola, percussion and drums. A formidable band leader with a great track record in bringing together musicians from diverse cultures to create dynamic live gigs which combine these different musical styles to extraordinary effect.He has worked in different schools as a drum teacher for more than 18 years. And has also organised different art and music events all around the UK. Mr Saadoun has released several albums, and he, together with his band Takaleed, took part in the filming of the latest Harrison Ford movie from June 2023 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny'. He has had the honour of performing for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and The Amir Of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al – Thani, His Majesty the Prince and Her Majesty the Princess Darenberg of Austria, Madonna and other celebrities. Also appeared on TV shows, radio stations and collaborated with other great musicians around the world. Saadoun has performed with Airto Moreira, Hossam Ramzy, Rabah Khalfa, London BBC Orchestra, Grand Union Orchestra and the Master Drummers of Africa. As well as performing with his own Rai band at Womad main stage, other major music festivals in the UK, around the world and shared the stage with Maxi Priest, INXS, Gloria Gaynor and many more.
To book Abdelkader Saadoun band for your special wedding, birthday, private parties or other events please get in touch for more information, we perform live acoustic with vocals, background music or big Rock"n"Rai band to keep you dancing all night.
We also have drummers, Zaffa ( zourna) dancers and DJ with sound equipment and fully insured.
For your information, Abdelkader Saadoun and Takaleed performed in a celebrity wedding In Leeds Castle in Kent in July 2023.