Mahmoud’s international presence continues to expand. He recently won the prestigious JERUS-IT-ARTS International Contest, celebrating cross-cultural dialogue through music.  Academically, he has been invited as a Guest Lecturer at the University of Oklahoma’s School of Music (USA) to share his expertise in bridging Eastern and Western musical traditions.

In a major step toward wider global distribution, Mahmoud has officially signed publishing agreements with the prominent Italian publisher Halidon Edizioni Musicali. This partnership encompasses his recent collection of solo piano Nocturnes and a special collaborative work with acclaimed pianist Alberto Nones, ensuring his contemporary classical catalog reaches international audiences through major streaming platforms and official sheet music releases.