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10 years ago

Music and instruments?

10 years ago
Howdy. Might be heading over to Saudi for 12 months. I was just a bit concerned to hear that "music is banned in Saudi Arabia"; especially as I play the acoustic guitar and music in general is a big part of my life (free time). From my initial research it seems the main problem for Westerners in Saudi is trying to fill up their free time in a productive and interesting way (I'm single so will not be bringing any kind of family).
So what do people think? Will I be banned from playing guitar (and not even allowed to bring mine)? Would this apply even in a Western style compound in the confines of the apartment I'll be staying in (flatmates permission not withstanding)? What about music in general - I won't be blasting it out over stereos- but just how strict are things over there? Obviously I've never been to that part of the world so am a complete newbie. Thanks for any input, especially from those in the know.

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