QNL Chamber Series: Music from Palestine and the Levant by MAias Alyamani and Members of Qatar Philharmonic

January 18, 2024 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Qatar National Library

Join us for an enchanting evening with the music of Palestine and the Levant through a variety of captivating musical pieces.

 

Performers:
Egle Valute, violin
Raluca Gette, violin
Ana Maria Rusu, violin
Reem Khoury, violin
Islam Mohamed Aly Abd Elaziz, viola
Merve Bulun Kenet, viola
Christoph Carlos Eduard Schmitz, cello
Hassan Moataz Hassan El Molla, cello
Sandor Onodi, double bass
Kee Guan Ng, percussion

 

Programme:
Music from Palestine: Yamma Mwel Alhawa
Music from Palestine: Ya Zarif Altwol
Music from Palestine: Almaya
Music from Palestine: Wayen A Ramallah
Music from Palestine: Music Medley
Music from Syria: Aleppo Qodood Medley
Music from Lebanon: Fairouziat Medley
Music from Syria : Sea Waves

 

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Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9

February 28, 2024 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Qatar National Convention Centre, Al Mayassa Theatre

Join the Qatar Philharmonic for a transcendent musical experience, led by accomplished German conductor Elias Grandy. The pinnacle of the evening is the awe-inspiring performance of Beethoven’s majestic Symphony No. 9, a composition considered by many leading musicologists as one of the greatest works in Western music. In this momentous event the Qatar Concert Choir will join forces with the orchestra for the powerful final movement. Accompany the Philharmonic for this unforgettable musical event where each note resonates with the profound significance of Beethoven’s masterpiece.

 

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PERFORMERS:
Elias Grandy, conductor
Hye Jung Kang, soprano
Jae Eun Paik, mezzo soprano
Andrea Shin, tenor
Antonio Yang, baritone
Qatar Concert Choir
Giovanni Pasini, chorus master

 

PROGRAMME:
Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125

Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4

February 18, 2024 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Qatar National Convention Centre, Auditorium 3

Embark on a musical journey with the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, featuring the dynamic conductor Elias Grandy and the Philharmonic’s own virtuoso flutist Aleksandr Haskin. The performance opens with the mysterious and evocative Death of Koschei the Deathless by Qatari Lebanese composer Binali, transporting the audience to a world of folklore and fantasy. Prepare to be spellbound by Haskin as he performs Ichmouratov’s captivating Concerto for Flute, a composition that seamlessly blends tradition and innovation. To conclude, immerse yourself in the rich and emotive sounds of Tchaikovsky’s tremendous Symphony No. 4, a timeless piece that promises an unforgettable symphonic experience.

 

 

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PERFORMERS:
Elias Grandy, conductor
Aleksandr Haskin, flute

 

PROGRAMME:
Wael Binali: Death of Koschei the Deathless
Airat Ichmouratov: Concerto for Flute & Orchestra

INTERMISSION

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36

THE PHILHARMONIC AT THE LIBRARY: The Joy of Chamber Music with Piano Trio

March 6, 2024 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Qatar National Library

PERFORMERS:
Taehyun Kim, violin
Anton Pavlovskiy, cello
Nayoung Kim, piano

 

PROGRAMME:
Franz Schubert: Marche Militaire Op. 51
Ludwig van Beethoven: Trio in C Minor
Carlos Gardel: Por Una Cabeza
Pietro Mascagni: Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana
Felix Mendelssohn: Trio in D Minor
Fritz Kreisler: Londonderry Air
Dmitri Shostakovic: Trio in E Minor
Edward Elgar: Salut d’amor Op. 12

 

 

 

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Schumann’s Cello Concerto in A Minor

February 14, 2024 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Qatar National Convention Centre, Auditorium 3

Join us for an enchanting evening of classical masterpieces as the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, under the baton of the esteemed Elias Grandy, presents a captivating performance featuring renowned cellist Daniel Müller-Schott. Immerse yourself in the symphonic brilliance of Wagner’s Siegfried Idyll, a sublime and intimate work that showcases the orchestra’s emotive prowess. Müller-Schott will then take center stage, bringing Schumann’s moving Cello Concerto in A Minor to life. Finally, experience the grandeur of Brahms’ monumental Symphony No. 4, a masterpiece that resonates with profound emotion and musical depth.

 

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PERFORMERS:
Elias Grandy, conductor
Daniel Müller-Schott, cello

 

PROGRAMME:
Richard Wagner: Siegfried Idyll
Robert Schumann: Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129

INTERMISSION

Johannes Brahms: Symphony No. 4 in E minor, Op. 98

Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 9

January 20, 2024 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Qatar National Convention Centre, Auditorium 3

Join the Philharmonic for an enchanting evening of orchestral mastery, where the passionate baton of Cornelia von Kerssenbrock will guide the orchestra through a mesmerising journey of Mozart’s genius Piano Concerto No. 9, along with Schumann’s evocative “Genoveva” Overture and triumphant Symphony No. 2. Featuring the brilliant pianism of Haiou Zhang, this concert promises an unforgettable experience of virtuosity and emotion.

 

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PERFORMERS:
Cornelia von Kerssenbrock, conductor
Haiou Zhang, piano

 

PROGRAMME:
Robert Schumann: “Genoveva” Overture, Op. 81
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Concerto No. 9 in E-flat Major

Intermission

Robert Schumann: Symphony No. 2 in C Major, Op. 61

THE PHILHARMONIC AT THE LIBRARY: Octet Brilliance – Mendelssohn’s Virtuoso Masterpiece

February 15, 2024 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Qatar National Library

Performers:
Lorena Manescu, violin
Dmitri Torchinsky, violin
Islam El Hefnawy, violin
Mohammed Oweda, violin
Andrea Mereuta, viola
Islam Abdelaziz, viola
Christoph Schmitz, cello
Herald Georgi, cello
Gennady Krutikov, double bass

 

Programme:
Aldemaro Romero: Fuga con pajarillo
Felix Mendelssohn: String Octet in E-flat Major, Op. 20

 

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Heroes and Villains

September 29, 2024 7:30 PM Qatar National Convention Centre, Auditorium 3

Join conductor Frank Strobel for an electrifying journey through the musical world of cinema’s greatest heroes and most notorious villains. This concert celebrates the iconic scores that have defined heroism and villainy on the silver screen.

The first half showcases legendary themes of the American West, where heroes and outlaws clash. Experience the bold heroism of “The Magnificent Seven,” and the modern reimagining of the genre in “Django Unchained.”

In the second half, we delve deeper into the duality of heroes and villains. “Spider-Man” swings into action, and a struggle against “Aliens” gives way to the adventurous spirit of “Indiana Jones”.

This programme offers a thrilling exploration of how music shapes our perception of heroes and villains, bringing the epic conflicts and moral complexities of cinema to life through the power of a live orchestra.

 

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GUEST ARTIST:
Frank Strobel, conductor

 

PROGRAMME:
Elmer Bernstein: The Magnificent Seven Symphonic Suite
Ennio Morricone: Symphonic Portraits from “Once upon a time in the West”
Luis Bacalov: La Corsa (2nd Version) from “Django Unchained”
Alan Silvestri: I am Forrest from “Forrest Gump”
Bernard Herrmann: The Murder from “Psycho”
Hans Zimmer: Gladiator Suite

INTERMISSION

Danny Elfman: Suite from “Spider-Man”
Ludwig Göransson: Wakanda Suite from “Black Panther”
Jerry Goldsmith: Theme from “Basic Instinct”
James Horner: Ripley’s Rescue from “Aliens”
John Williams: Suite from the “Indiana Jones” Saga
The Adventure of Mutt from “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull”
Marion’s Theme from “Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark”
Scherzo for Motorcycle & Orchestra from “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade”
The Raiders March from “Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark”

THE PHILHARMONIC AT THE LIBRARY: Brahms String Quintet

April 25, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Qatar National Library

PERFORMERS:
Lionel Schmidt, violin
Raluca Gette, violin
Giovanni Pasini, viola
Ines Wein, viola
Christoph Schmitz, cello

 

PROGRAMME:
Franz Schubert: Overture in C Minor for String Quintet
Johannes Brahms: String Quintet in F Major, Op. 88

 

 

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QNL Chamber Series: Arabic Nights From North Africa

September 12, 2024 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Qatar National Library

MAias Alyamani & MAqam ensemble
Arabic Nights From North Africa
Music of Morocco, Algeria, Tunis, Libya, & Egypt

 

PERFORMERS:
MAias Al Yamani, conductor
MAqam Ensemble
Georges Yammine, violin
Dmitri Torchinsky, violin
Lorena Manescu, violin
Raluca Gette, violin
Islam Albelaziz, viola
Andrea Mereuta, viola
Kirill Bogatyrev, cello
Harald Georgi, cello
Sandor Onodi, double bass
Kee Guan Ng, percussion

 

PROGRAMME:
Traditional Moroccan Song: Nida Alhasan (Morocco)
Traditional Moroccan Song: Altawayshiya Noba Alistihlal (Morocco)
Houcine Slaoui: Ya Mouja Ghani (Morocco)
Traditional Tunisian Folk Song: Baba Bahri (Tunisia)
Loutfi Bouchnak: Raytak ma Naaref Wayn (Tunisia)
Hedi Jouni: Lamooni (Tunisia)
Mohammed Hassan: Tiq Aloud (Libya)
Sayed Darwish: El Helwa Di (Morocco)
Sayed Darwish: Tal’at Ya Mahla Noorha (Morocco)
Dahmane El Harachi: Ya Rayeh (Algeria)
Ahmed Wahbi: Wahran (Algeria)
Cheb Khaled: Aicha (Algeria)

 

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