Voice of Heritage, Keeper of Song

Granddaughter of the renowned Nakhleh Katrib, Naeema Bitar embodied the legacy of an artistic lineage with elegance and soul. Gifted with a magnificent voice and mastery of both piano and lute, she carried the melodies of her ancestors into the hearts of a new generation. Her life was a quiet symphony of devotion to music and memory. In June 2007, she passed away, leaving behind a precious collection of tapes now preserved in the Bendaly Family archive a testament to her voice, her artistry, and the legacy she so lovingly upheld.