Portraits

An intimate discussion around Salim Dada’s first string quartet, Fine dell’inizio, composed in spring 2009 in Italy. Commissioned by the Conservatorio Statale di Musica “G. Verdi” di Torino for Claudia Ravetto’s class “Musica d’insieme per archi”, this piece explores the philosophical depths of string quartet ontology. In this conversation, part of Camille Prost’s doctoral research [...]

Dive into Salim Dada’s artistic journey through this enriching interview on Dzaïr TV’s Zoom Aâla Takafa show, aired on April 18, 2016. He shares insights about his inspirations, his musical philosophy, and his commitment to cultural development in Algeria and beyond. A unique moment to understand the depth of his creative vision and cultural engagement.

Composed in 2001 and revised in 2014, Ritu Riyadh is a beautiful expression of Algerian musical heritage. Recorded in 2015 at Studio Artes Media Project in Torino, Italy, this piece showcases Salim Dada’s talent for blending tradition and modernity. Directed and edited by Salim Dada himself, this video captures the essence of his creative process