February 14, 2026 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Katara Cultural Village, Opera House
‘What would the classical masterpieces sound like if their composers had lived in the Arab world, immersed in maqams, quarter tones, and intricate Arabic rhythms?’
Arabesque is a novel concept in which Ghady Rahbani and Omar Rahbany delve into the richness of Arabic music within the framework of the classical orchestral setup. Accompanied by the world-class Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, this two-act performance, lasting approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes, reimagines the dialogue between Eastern and Western musical traditions.
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ARTISTS:
Kamoliddin Urinbaev, conductor
Omar Rahbany, piano
Lyone Schmit, concertmaster
PROGRAMME:
Part 1 | World Premiere: Second Piano Concerto
Part 2 | Reimagining Classical Masterpieces