Biography
Khaled Gomaa is an Egyptian percussionist known especially for his work with traditional Arabic rhythms and modern combinations. According to the label notes on The Music of Islam, Vol. 1: Al‑Qahirah – Classical Music of Cairo he is credited on tabl / tabla (goblet drum) for the recording.
He began playing early (reports say from age 8) under the artistic influence of his father, Mostafa Gomaa, himself a famed tabla player.
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Khaled Gomaa has taken up both the classical Egyptian ensemble tradition and fusion projects, contributing to recordings and performances as part of Cairo’s studio and radio orchestra systems.
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