Myriam Faris (Arabic: ميريام فارس) is a Lebanese musician and entertainer. Talented singer and dancer, Myriam Faris is a breath of fresh air in the music scene and the creator of her own style. With her music achievements, starting from her début album to her live performances at the most prestigious concerts, Myriam has set new standards, ones of a complete artist. A young artist from south Lebanon, Myriam grew up in a family that respects education and believes in learning and growing. She was attracted to the arts, so she took this passion to the end. She is onetime raw, and would get it rawly. However, this goes without saying, surely.

Somewhat of a child prodigy, she took her first ballet steps at the age of five, and at the age of nine earned first place on Tele-Liban (Al Mawahib Al Saghira), in oriental dance.

Her early lessons in Classical Ballet improved her sense of music. Her multifaceted talents and abilities in the world of art astonished her teachers in school who encouraged her to improve and grow.

Myriam felt the need to express her feelings through her voice that springs from deep inside her, so she registered at the National Conservatory of Music and studied musicology for four years.

At the age of sixteen, Myriam participated at the Lebanese Song Festival where she won the first prize for the public Lebanese song nomination. At seventeen she participated in Studio El Fan 2000 for the District of South Lebanon and earned the first prize, not to mention the Special Certificate from Dr. Walid Gholmieh for the three Districts of South Lebanon, Beirut, and Mount Lebanon.

Still in the blush of youth, Myriam's voice has a personal stamp that doesn't sound like anyone else's and at whatever age, with such an innocent sensuality, one that seems to be of her own invention, she is bound for success.

At the age of 21 and with the guidance of her management company – Music Is My Life, Myriam signed her first record deal with Music Master International and launched her first album on October 21, 2003 at the Virgin Megastore – Beirut. The Album witnessed immediate success and became a best seller for a debut Artist.

Her music video for the hit song "Ana Wel Shouk" from her album, became one of the most requested music videos as soon as it was broadcasted on local and cable televisions, marking Myriam's talent and dynamic image in the public's heart.

Myriam's next move was to shoot her second music video "La Tis'alni", directed by Selim El Turk. The new clip that showed Myriam in two different characters (Twin Sisters) highlighted the artist's charisma and fun personality; she was also able to express herself through a unique dance of her own creation.

During Myriam's promotional tours for her album in Jordan, the UAE and Egypt, media representatives and her large fan base gave her a unique welcome. Wherever she went, she was overwhelmed by people's response and appreciation for her art.

Myriam is seen as a one of a kind artist in the Middle East. Her show includes a rich repertoire of classic and modern songs, a remarkable voice and the capacity to move and dance on stage, giving one of the most dynamic performances.

Summer 2004, was a very busy time for Myriam, she traveled all over the Middle East to participate in successful and sold out concerts which earned her the nickname of "Queen of Sage".

Egypt awarded her as "Best Female Young Artist" and gave a prize for best video clip. The support of the media who where following every step of this young talent towards stardom, contributed in the large notoriety the artist now enjoys.

During "Ramadan" of the same year, Myriam's success got the attention of one of the most renowned perfume creators in the region, "Mahmoud Saiid". He collaborated with Myriam on creating and launching a unique fragrance for men and for women by the name of her first hit song "Ana Wel Shooq".

Myriam shot the TV commercial for "Ana Wel Shooq" perfume, which was released on most satellite TV stations. Her natural beauty and graceful movements contributed to the high impact of the spot and the success of "Ana Wel Shooq" perfume in the Arab world.

Myriam is currently preparing her second album, yet to be entitled. It involves collaboration with Lebanese and Egyptian composers. The artist is working on an album that will resemble her, that will be able to concretize her spirit in music.

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