Ashraf Sewailam never envisioned his life would take him on an unexpected path, but he ended up establishing himself as one of the most talented singers in his field on an international scale. Sewailam is an illustrious bass-baritone opera singer who has captivated audiences around the world with his powerful voice and commanding performances. Born in Dokki in 1967, Sewailam studied architecture at Cairo University. Thirty six years ago, during the summer of his second year at university, Sewailam witnessed an event that changed his life. He had been saving up for months to attend the rendition of Opera Aida, set to be performed at the Pyramids. His aunt, who was adamant to get him to appreciate classical music, managed to get him a backstage pass, and he attended all of the rehearsals for the Opera. “That moment was my epiphany. It was a huge turning point that led to everything that came after,” the singer told Egyptian Streets after his performance as Il Commendatore in Mozart’s famed Opera, Don Giovanni, at the Bibliotheca Alexandria. Nineteen year-old Sewailam was captivated by the Opera, having watched it without the additional glamor…
Meet Ashraf Sewailam: The Egyptian Bass-Baritone Taking the Opera World by Storm
June 9, 2023
