A distinguished classical academic guitarist, Fadi Arabi Katbi is a Syrian musician born in Damascus in 1973. He currently resides between Istanbul, Turkey, and Damascus, Syria. With decades of experience in music performance and education, he has made a significant mark in the world of classical music.
Certificates, Memberships, and Management Roles
Holds a Bachelor's degree in Music from the Higher Institute of Music, Damascus (2003).
Member of the Artists Union, Damascus, since 2003.
Served as a Council Member of the Higher Institute of Music, Damascus, in 2001.
Chairman of the Administrative Council of the Narjes Association for Developing Children’s Talents and Creative Abilities, Damascus.
Manager and owner of Classic for Music Foundation, Damascus, since 2003.
Technical Director and owner of Filmy for Technical Production Company in Istanbul, Turkey (Filmy Studios).
Teaching and Professional Work
Composer of soundtracks for numerous Syrian TV dramas, films, and advertising projects.
Participant in several Arab and international festivals, delivering captivating performances.
Guitar and group performance teacher at the Faculty of Music Education, Homs.
Founder and teacher of the Guitar Class at the Spanish Cultural Center (Cervantes), Damascus.
Music teacher at Assembly of Dar (Taksim) and Pages Library (Fatih) in Istanbul, Turkey.
Specialized teacher of classical guitar and solfège at the Classic Music Institute, Damascus.
Professional Vision
Fadi Arabi Katbi bridges tradition and innovation in classical music, striving to pass on his extensive knowledge and expertise to future generations. He remains committed to nurturing musical talent through educational and creative initiatives.
