We are coming back! Oh Love, Fairouz's iconic song, echoed through a makeshift tent in Gaza City, but you could feel the beat all the way to Khan Younis! 🎶❤️
Under a sky shadowed by drone flights and distant blasts, a group of kids gathers inside colorful tents, practicing melodies and rhythms with unwavering focus. These pop-up music schools are run by local teachers determined to keep creativity alive, no matter what.
One of the students, despite losing a hand, has adapted to the piano with a custom grip—and the result is pure magic. Their beats remind us that art thrives even in the toughest times.
Music therapy might sound fancy, but it's really just using songs and instruments to help your mind heal. For these young Gazans, each note is a moment of relief, a chance to forget fear and feel joy.
Teachers here aren’t just instructors; they’re mentors, friends, and sometimes the only safe space these kids know. Their dedication shows that even in war zones, compassion and culture can spark hope. 🙏
For young folks back in South Asia or Southeast Asia, think of those indie buskers in Mumbai's streets or karaoke nights in Manila—this is that same spirit of finding freedom through sound, but in a tent instead of an open stage.
Amid conflict, these tent tunes are more than just lessons—they're love letters to resilience, a reminder that even shattered cities can hum with the energy of tomorrow. 🌟
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Music lessons in tents help Gaza's children cope with conflict
cgtn.com
