On Monday, October 5, 2026, “Ibdaa” Cultural Centre of the Iraqi Business Council hosted a book signing event for “Tales of a Photographic Memory – Part II” by Dr. Hussein Al-Adhami, “Iraqi Maqam Ambassador”, on IBC Ibdaa Cultural Centre Hall. The event brought together a distinguished audience of cultural and artistic figures.
The second volume of the book explored some aspects of the author’s artistic and cultural memory and documented key milestones and experiences from his career in arts and sports, with particular emphasis on the Iraqi Maqam. The book represents a significant documentary contribution to the literature dedicated to the history of Iraqi music and arts, as well as the figures who have shaped them.
IBC was represented by IBC Chairman, Dr. Majid Saedi, IBC Deputy Chairman & Secretary-General, Dr. Saad Naji, alongside a large crowd of intellectuals, artists and individuals interested in the Iraqi culture and heritage.
The event highlighted Dr. Hussein Al-Adhami’s experience, career and longstanding efforts to document and preserve the Iraqi Maqam, which is one of the most prominent components of Iraq’s musical and cultural heritage. The event also explored photographs and memories featured in the book, which document personalities, milestones and events from the author’s artistic and cultural journey in a style that combines historical documentation with personal narrative.
The event was presented by Dr. Muhammad Ghawanmeh, Mr. Hussein Al-Asadi and Mr. Diya Al-Rawi who delivered readings and reflections on the book’s significance, documentary and cultural value. They also highlighted testimonies and photographs contained in the book, which contribute to preserving an important part of Iraq’s artistic and cultural memory.
The event was concluded with signing of copies of the book and an opportunity for the author to meet with the guests, amid an enthusiastic engaging by the participants.
This event forms part of the ongoing cultural activities organized by IBC “Ibdaa” Cultural Centre in support of Iraqi artists, intellectuals and cultural figures, and enhancing the presence of Iraqi culture and preserving its artistic and intellectual heritage.
