About Abu Al-Joud
Mohammad Munther Sarmaini, commonly known as Abu Al-Joud, was born in Aleppo, Syria, in 1953. He pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering in Damascus and later married a pediatrician, with whom he has four children. Abu Al-Joud began his artistic journey by creating his own music band, followed by the release of his debut album titled “Our Anthem.”
Throughout his career, Abu Al-Joud has released a total of seven albums, continuously sharing new anthems. He later opted to incorporate modern techniques that would help spread his anthems on a global scale. His travels to various countries to perform have endeared him to a loyal audience. Abu Al-Joud is recognized as one of the most prominent vocalists, acclaimed for his revolutionary-themed songs and anthems.
Personal Life of Abu Al-Joud
Abu Al-Joud grew up in a conservative family in the Salah al-Din al-Ayyubi neighborhood and attended secondary school at Abdul Rahman al-Kawakibi School. He married pediatrician Fadour Hajar and they have four children: Mohammad, who studied Islamic law in Damascus and holds a Master’s degree in Hadith; his daughter Amani, who studied English; his son Mohammad Bara; and his youngest daughter Bayan, who pursued a degree in psychological counseling.
Abu Al-Joud’s Academic Background
Abu Al-Joud earned a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and completed research work qualifying him for a Master’s degree in Islamic Thought from Al-Awza’i University in Beirut. His research topics were designed to bridge engineering and artistic disciplines. His first research focused on emotional studies in poetry, the second examined scholars’ opinions on music and singing, the third addressed the impact of anthems in Islamic outreach, and the last explored Islamic architectural features in old Aleppo.
Abu Al-Joud’s Artistic Journey
Abu Al-Joud discovered his artistic talent at the age of fifteen, writing and composing poems. His remarkable voice was first showcased when he performed the call to prayer at Halima Al-Sa’diyah Mosque and Bilal Ibn Rabah Mosque, and during Quran recitation in front of his grandfather, Sheikh Mustafa Sarmaini, a proficient Quran reciter.
He later realized his ability to compose melodies for poetry, which enabled him to simultaneous be a lyricist and composer. He adeptly expressed the anguish and concerns of the Arab people regarding the crises and sorrows faced in the Arab world. His discography includes seven notable releases, as follows:
- O Nation of the Quran
- Have Mercy, O Lord of Humanity
- Leave My Hand; I Am Not One of Your Captives
- Me, Longing, and Hope
- Victory for Islam
- Here I Am, O Lord of Pilgrims
- O Nightingale
Works of Abu Al-Joud
Abu Al-Joud has authored numerous anthems and poetry collections. Here are some of his most notable works:
- “Our Anthem” (1975) – a collection of 95 anthems.
- “Ask My Days” (1997).
- “From the Depths” (2003).
- “Glimmers of Hope” (2005).