Beirut has its own rhythm, shaped by its people, streets, and its cultural pulse.

This year, Beirut Chants brings that rhythm to the forefront once again, reminding us how music restores balance, unity, and hope to a city constantly reinventing itself.

Behind this heartbeat is a small group of volunteers who work quietly and tirelessly to keep culture accessible, where art is not a privilege, but a shared human experience.

This year, the festival embodies the spirit of Pope Leo XIV, who spread the message of peace and coexistence, a cause we’ve supported for 18 years, creating a platform beyond music. In this space, people, despite their differences, can find common ground beyond labels.

As we launch this edition, Beirut longs for Ziad Rahbani, an artist whose integrity remains unparalleled, and whose music and plays have touched generations. We owe him profoundly for what he has offered to the music scene in Lebanon and beyond. He set the bar so high and reshaped the artistic landscape. This year, we dedicate our festival as a humble tribute to his spirit: sincere, uncompromising, and forever resonant.