Lebanon bids farewell to pioneer musician and composer Ziad Rahbani, with funeral service being scheduled on Monday afternoon.

On Monday morning, vehicle carrying the casket of the Lebanese artist departed the hospital in Beirut’s Hamra district to scenes of heartfelt emotion.

Mourners gathered outside the hospital erupted in applause and traditional ululations, scattering flowers in tribute to the musical giant.

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In accordance with the family’s wishes, this spontaneous farewell will be the only public goodbye. The funeral service will be limited to family and Rahbani’s close circle. It will take place at 16:00 (Beirut time) at Mhaydseh in the Matn region of Bekfaya.

Rahbani passed away on Saturday at age of 69. His death has sparked an outpouring of grief across Lebanon and beyond.

He was known for his national and pro-resistance positions. Rahbani’s decades-long work left impact on Arab music, theater, and political commentary.

Source: Al-Manar Website