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Ali Haitham

Ali Haitham

Helsinki- Baghdad,Finland- Iraq

Summary

Educator and cultural producer specializing in music education and early childhood development.

Oud player, music theory teacher.

Expertise in creative pedagogical methods that integrate music, play, movement, and language to foster holistic growth in diverse young learners. Designed and led educational programs based on the Finnish early childhood education model, collaborating with Finnish educators to create inclusive learning environments. Recognized internationally as one of the top 100 immigrant artists, with an orchestra awarded Best Project of the Year 2024 by the Global Music Center.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cultural Producer

City of Helsinki
Helsinki
01.2023 - Current
  • Plan and coordinate cultural projects across Helsinki, integrating music and arts.
  • Created workshops for Finnish children aged 1-6 under the 'Culture Kids' program, performed in three cities.
  • Collaborated with schools, kindergartens, and cultural institutions.

Artistic Director

Finnish Arabic Orchestra
01.2019 - Current
  • Founded and direct an orchestra of 50 musicians from 15 nationalities.
  • Performed in Finland and Baghdad with concerts at the Iraqi National Theatre, Nakheel Theatre, and World's Heart Hotel.
  • Received the Global Music Center Award for Best Project of 2024.

Founder & Chairman

Awtar Association
01.2017 - Current
  • Established a cultural and educational organization focused on children's well-being.
  • Founded the Finnish Early Childhood Academy project, designing programs with Finnish educators holding master's degrees.
  • Developed inclusive initiatives for Arab children and children with special needs, reaching over 75 children.

Music Educator & Workshop Facilitator

01.2016 - Current
  • Specialized in teaching music to support language, cognitive, and social-emotional growth.
  • Delivered Middle Eastern music workshops to Bachelor's & Master's students at Sibelius Academy and Metropolia.
  • Taught in over three Finnish schools and led programs at Awtar Association.

Education

Master's Degree - Global Music & Pedagogy

Sibelius Academy, University of The Arts Helsinki
Finland
05-2025

Skills

  • Designing early childhood programs
  • Teaching music
  • Leading multicultural education projects
  • Collaboration with educators
  • Engaging parents and community
  • Organizing workshops
  • Organizing live performances
  • Organizing creative events
  • Community engagement
  • Team leadership

Accomplishments

  • Selected from 100 of the world's most successful immigrant artists
  • Composed music for Finnish National Theatre productions, including Messages from Mosul and Flying Bridges
  • Artistic director for the Culture Kids Project with the City of Helsinki, supporting the arts for children aged 0-7

Personal Information

Title: Musician, Oud player,  Educator & Cultural Producer

Languages

  • Arabic, Native
  • English, Excellent
  • Finnish, Good (especially in educational contexts)

Certification

Bachelor's and master's degrees

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Finnish
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Arabic
Native
Native

Timeline

Cultural Producer

City of Helsinki
01.2023 - Current

Artistic Director

Finnish Arabic Orchestra
01.2019 - Current

Founder & Chairman

Awtar Association
01.2017 - Current

Music Educator & Workshop Facilitator

01.2016 - Current

Master's Degree - Global Music & Pedagogy

Sibelius Academy, University of The Arts Helsinki

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