Ali Dridi
Ali Dridi is an experienced violinist, clarinetist, and conductor with over 20 years of performing and leading orchestras. As conductor of the Bait Al Oud String Orchestra in Abu Dhabi, he brings Arabic and classical music to life at major cultural events and festivals.?
He has performed widely across the UAE and internationally, with a strong academic background in musicology and orchestral leadership.?
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