Faraj Suleiman is a Palestinian composer and pianist based in Paris. His music is strongly influenced by Arabic/Eastern melodies and rhythms. He often incorporates those scales and modalities in his compositions. In addition to being inspired by his Arabic culture, he is also influenced by Jazz traditions. As an Arab musician/pianist trained in classical music, he constantly searches for new forms of expression to equally appeal to his “Eastern” and “Western” listeners.

In August 2025 Cove Park announced a new two-year partnership with the Bagri Foundation, to launch Sound Series, a new programme of residencies bringing acclaimed international musicians to the UK. The Bagri Foundation works within a network of leading cultural organisations that champion artistic excellence and provide extraordinary artists from across Asia, wider visibility on the global stage. Working collaboratively to nominate and select the artists, Bagri Music Award aims to artistic development and a unique opportunity for acclaimed emerging or mid-career musicians from West Asia.

Faraj will make his Scottish debut at The Mackintosh Church on Saturday 8 November 2025 as part of the Bagri Music Awards presented by Cove Park and the Bagri Foundation. This performance marks the culmination of Faraj’s Cove Park residency, developed in collaboration with MARSM, the London-based event producer and dynamic digital platform amplifying the vibrant musical culture of the Arabic-speaking world.