Abdelkader  SAADOUN

Algerian King of Rock 'n' Rai in the UK

Abdelkader Saadoun

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.
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Drumming Lessons

We offer both advanced and beginner Drumming and Music lessons, 

Drums are most loved instrument and fun to play, We run Drumming and Music Workshops in schools, private parties, festivals and other venues. Our drumming program will teach and entertain kids and adults of all ages. Whether you are 7 or 80 years old, you can learn at once and with fun how to play hand drums and some of my north-African rhythms. You will also learn about my background music and about the traditional instruments that we use in Algeria, Morocco and North Africa such as Bendir, Derbouka, Qrakeb, Tambourine, Djembe … Drums help you to relax, to be creative, to learn about other cultures, and to understand the music and the art of improvisation.

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Weddings & Parties 

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.


   


Takaleed band

Traditional International Band
Takaleed band performs live original music, Arabian, North African, Flamenco, Jazz, Fusion and other traditional music from around the world.
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Abdelkader Saadoun

Algerian Rock/N/Rai Big Band
Make sure you bring your dancing shoes with you when you come to see Abdelkader Saadoun rocking with his Algerian Rock'N'Rai band, you will be taken to a journey of live music and dance that you will never forget! 

Recording studio

Recording, Mixing and Mastering
We do recording, arrangements, mixing, editing and mastering, we have great musicians and producers working with us. we work on line or if you need studio to record your music please get in touch. 

Early childhood music education

Music lessons help children practise more than just their instruments. By playing music together, they learn about discipline, commitment and teamwork, developing into responsible and confident young adults.

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Help support our work so that we can continue educating children and teens. Your donation will give us a chance to work with children from less privileged backgrounds giving them the support they deserve.

Summer courses

During the summer, we offer a music camp for children from 7 to 14 years of age. In addition to individual lessons, the children will learn the basics of music theory and have the opportunity to play together.

About us

Our mission is to promote live music, North African and World Music, support and spread music education within the community and schools; entertain and help other students; share our talent of many years of experience performing and teaching music around the world; working with top artists, promoters and producers. We are extremely proud of our musical projects.

LATEST EVENTS, WORKSHOPS & ALBUMS  :  

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UK TOUR FROM 30th JULY 2026

- 30th July, Oliver's Jazz Bar, 9 Nevada St, Greenwich Village, SE10 9JL (8.30pm)


- 31st July, The Magnet, 39 Albion St,

Brodtairs CT10 1NE ( 7.30pm)


- 6 August, Jasmin's Tea Room, Ashford Rd, Bearsted, Maidstone ME14 4NH (3pm)


- 6 August, The Pearsons Arms, Horsbridge Rd, Whitstable, CT5 1BT ( 7pm)


-  7th August, The Sound Lounge, 216 - 220 Hight St, Sutton SM1 1NU ( 7pm)


- 8th August, Jam in The Jar, 599-601 Green Lanes, London N8 ORE (8pm)


- 9th August, The Drakes, 9 Fairmeadow, Maidstone ME14 1JP ( 4pm)


- 9th August, The Royal Albion,

Maidston ME14 1QE ( 7pm)

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