Hans Zimmer, Saudi Arabia and National Anthem

Saudi Arabia would like Hans Zimmer to compose its new national anthem
Alalshikh met with Zimmer to discuss “various projects” the famed film composer could work on, including re-creating the anthem—currently “The Chant of the Saudi Nation,” written by Egyptian composer Abd al-Rahman al-Khatib in 1947—with “different instruments.
Saudi Arabia asks legendary film score composer Hans Zimmer to create new version of national anthem
The musician, who has worked on hit films including The Lion King and Gladiator, is said to have agreed on the "broad outlines" of a number of projects with officials in the country.
Saudi Arabia Taps Composer Zimmer To Rework National Anthem
Saudi Arabia has asked Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer to work on a new version of its national anthem, a senior official said, as the conservative kingdom steps up an image makeover.
Hans Zimmer in Talks to Recreate Saudi Arabia's National Anthem
The Oscar-winning composer met with the country's chairman of the General Entertainment Authority to discuss various collaborations.
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Saudi Arabia asks Oscar-winning musician Hans Zimmer to rework national anthem as part of image makeover
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