QPO Presents: Strauss’ Don Quixote

March 27, 2026 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Qatar National Convention Centre, Auditorium 3

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ARTISTS:
Elias Grandy, conductor
Lionel Schmit, cello
Danielle Müller-Schott, cello
Giovanni Pasini, viola

 

PROGRAMME:
Richard Strauss: Don Quixote, Op. 35, TrV 184

Intermission

Richard Strauss:
Don Juan, Op. 20 , TrV 156
Der Rosenkavalier Suite, Op. 59, TrV 227

Buchbinder Plays Beethoven’s Piano Concertos 1 & 5

January 31, 2026 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Katara Cultural Village, Opera House
Close the cycle with Beethoven at his most triumphant. In the second concert of our two-part series, the legendary Rudolf Buchbinder returns to perform Beethoven’s bright Piano Concerto No. 1 and the commanding “Emperor” Concerto No. 5.

Following the first program of Concerto Nos. 2, 4, and 3, this evening completes our live traversal of five Beethoven concertos.

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ARTISTS:
Rudolf Buchbinder, conductor
Rudolf Buchbinder, piano

 

PROGRAMME:
Ludwig van Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15

Intermission

Ludwig van Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 5 in E Flat, Op. 73, “Emperor Concert”

Buchbinder Plays Beethoven’s Piano Concertos 2, 3 & 4

January 29, 2026 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Katara Cultural Village, Opera House
Experience Beethoven’s piano concertos in the hands of a legend. In the first of a two-concert cycle, Rudolf Buchbinder, one of today’s foremost Beethoven interpreters, joins the Qatar Philharmonic to perform three towering works, the sparkling Concerto No. 2, the poetic Concerto No. 4, and the dramatic Concerto No. 3.
This program traces Beethoven’s evolution from Classical brilliance to revolutionary depth, with Buchbinder’s hallmark clarity, and expressive power.
This concert launches our traversal of the five Beethoven concertos with Buchbinder. The second concert in the series follows on 31 January, featuring the jubilant Concerto No. 1 and the majestic “Emperor” Concerto No. 5. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear the full cycle live with one of the great Beethoven pianists of our time.

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ARTISTS:
Rudolf Buchbinder, conductor
Rudolf Buchbinder, piano

 

PROGRAMME:
Ludwig van Beethoven:
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B Flat Major, Op. 19
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58

Intermission

Ludwig van Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 37

Mozart y Mambo with Sarah Willis

January 10, 2026 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Qatar National Convention Centre, Auditorium 3
Join the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra and star horn player Sarah Willis for an exciting musical journey where Vienna meets Havana. Under the baton of Grammy-nominated Alastair Willis, the evening opens with Mozart’s Abduction from the Seraglio Overture before Sarah steps into the spotlight for Mozart’s Horn Concerto No. 3.
The second half turns up the heat as the orchestra dives into Latin and Cuban colors. Stravinsky’s playful Pulcinella Suite is paired with beloved classics such as “El Bodeguero,” “Dos Gardenias,” and “El Manisero.” At the heart of the program is the infectiously joyful “Rondo alla Mambo,” a piece that imagines how Mozart might have written if he had spent time in Havana, full of elegance, rhythm, and humor.

 

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ARTISTS:
Alastair Willis, conductor
Sarah Willis, horn
Harold Madrigal Frías, trumpet
Alejandro Aguíar, percussion
Carlos García, double bass
Edgar Olivero, piano

 

PROGRAMME:
Richard Egues: El Bodeguero
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Overture to the Abduction from the Seraglio, K. 384
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Horn Concerto No. 3 in E Flat Major, K. 447
Joshua Davis & Yuniet Lombida: Rondo Alla Mambo

Intermission

Igor Stravinsky: Suite from “Pulcinella”
Isolina Carillo: Dos Gardenias
Moisés Simons: El Manisero

Mozart y Mambo with Sarah Willis

January 9, 2026 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Qatar National Convention Centre, Auditorium 3
Join the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra and star horn player Sarah Willis for an exciting musical journey where Vienna meets Havana. Under the baton of Grammy-nominated Alastair Willis, the evening opens with Mozart’s Abduction from the Seraglio Overture before Sarah steps into the spotlight for Mozart’s Horn Concerto No. 3.
The second half turns up the heat as the orchestra dives into Latin and Cuban colors. Stravinsky’s playful Pulcinella Suite is paired with beloved classics such as “El Bodeguero,” “Dos Gardenias,” and “El Manisero.” At the heart of the program is the infectiously joyful “Rondo alla Mambo,” a piece that imagines how Mozart might have written if he had spent time in Havana, full of elegance, rhythm, and humor.

 

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ARTISTS:
Alastair Willis, conductor
Sarah Willis, horn

 

PROGRAMME:
Richard Egues: El Bodeguero
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Overture to the Abduction from the Seraglio, K. 384
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Horn Concerto No. 3 in E Flat Major, K. 447
Joshua Davis & Yuniet Lombida: Rondo Alla Mambo

Intermission

Igor Stravinsky: Suite from “Pulcinella”
Isolina Carillo: Dos Gardenias
Moisés Simons: El Manisero

THE PHILHARMONIC AT THE LIBRARY: The Tempest – Music of the Age of Shakespeare

November 15, 2025 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Qatar National Library

Experience the magic of timeless melodies that once filled the theatres and royal courts of Shakespeare’s England. Join us for a captivating performance that brings to life the sounds and spirit of the Elizabethan era, featuring members of the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, alongside actors from the Doha Players and voices from the Doha Chamber Choir.

 

PERFORMERS:
Daniel Edelhoff: cornetto, trumpet
Tomoki Kirita: cornetto, trumpet
Sebastian C. Zuluaga: sackbut
Yoshiko Koyama: bassoon
Ines Wein: violin
Tobias Gette: violin
Martino Piroddi: viola
Kahraman Seref: viola
Christoph Schmitz: cello
Julie Sgarro: harp
Joris Laenen: organ, trumpet
Alexander Kamenarov: percussion, timpani
Maria Klimenko, soprano
Qatar Chamber Choir
The Doha Players

 

PROGRAMME:
William Shakespeare (1564-1616):
Henry V, Act IV, Scene 3
The English Camp

Cesare Bendinelli (1542-1617):
Sonata 336

William Brade (1560-1630):
The Queens Intrada
Intrada of the Young Princess
Mascharad of the Noblewomen

William Shakespeare (1564-1616):
The Tempest, Act V, Scene 1
Before Prospero’s Cell

Matthew Locke (1621-1677):
Incidental Suite for “The Tempest”

Robert Johnson (1583-1633): ‬
‪Full Fathom Five

Thomas Morley (1557-1602):
It was a lover and his lass

John Dowland (1562-1626):
Come Again

William Brade (1560-1630):
Paduana
Gaillard
Allmand

William Shakespeare (1564-1616):
Midsummer Night’s Dream, Act V, Scene 1
Athens, the palace of Theseus

Thomas Morley (1557-1602):
April is in my Mistress’ face

John Dowland (1562-1626):
Can She Excuse my Wrongs

 

Audience members must register on the QNL event webpage to attend the event.

Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini

November 20, 2025 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Qatar National Convention Centre, Auditorium 3

Felix Mildenberger conducts Mussorgsky’s Night on Bald Mountain, Rachmaninoff’s brilliant Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini with acclaimed pianist Gerhard Oppitz, and Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5, one of the 20th century’s most compelling symphonic pieces.

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ARTISTS:
Felix Mildenberger, conductor
Gerhard Oppitz, piano

 

PROGRAMME:
Modest Mussorgsky: St. John’s Night on Bald Mountain
Sergei Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43

Intermission

Dmitri Shostakovich: Symphony No.5 in D Minor, Op. 47

QPO Presents: Crossing Cultures

November 1, 2025 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Katara Cultural Village, Opera House

The Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, led by David Navarro Turres and joined by first Steinway artist in the Middle East, Sonja Park, presents an evening of powerful and evocative works at the Katara Opera House. The programme features a rich mix of contemporary pieces and regional influences, including the premiere of Dr. Nasser Sahim’s suite for piano and orchestra. From lyrical adagios to vibrant Latin American rhythms, the concert offers a journey across cultures and styles, highlighting the Philharmonic’s versatility and commitment to showcasing both international and local artistry.

 

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ARTISTS:
David Navarro Turres, conductor
Sonja Park, piano
Mohammed Al-Neaimi, violin

 

PROGRAMME:
Nasser Sahim: Suite for Piano and Orchestra
Claude Ledoux: Desert Song
Omar Rahbany: Concerto for Piano, Strings & Percussion
Donatas Bukauskas: Prayer for Peace
Qoutayba Neaimi:
Sounds of Baghdad

Intermission

José Pablo Moncayo: Huapango
Carlos Gardel: Por una Cabeza
Arturo Márquez:
Conga del Fuego
Danzón No. 2
Alberto Ginastera: Suite de la Estancia

50 years of Diplomatic Relations Austria-Qatar

October 25, 2025 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Katara Cultural Village, Opera House

In collaboration with the Austrian Embassy, the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra and conductor Pablo Mielgo celebrate 50 years of Austria-Qatar partnership. Join us at Katara Opera House for an evening of Austrian symphonic gems, waltzes, and operetta favourites that showcase the richness of Austria’s musical legacy.

 

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ARTISTS:
Pablo Mielgo, conductor

 

PROGRAMME:
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Magic Flute, KV.620: Overture
Gustav Mahler: Symphony No. 5: Adagietto
Franz Joseph Haydn: Symphony No.31 in D Major: Mov. IIIV
Franz von Suppé: Overture to Leichte Kavallerie (Light Cavalry)

Intermission

Carl Joseph Milloecker: Overture Der Bettelstudent (The Begging Student)
Carl Michael Zierer: Hereinspaziert! Walzer, Op. 518
Johann Strauss II:
Overture to Der Zigeunerbaron (The Gypsy Baron)
Vergnügungszug (Pleasure Train Polka), Op. 281
On the Beautiful Blue Danube

Pop Greatest Hits

November 13, 2025 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM UVenue, Al Muraikh Area, 201204 Doha, Al Rayyan, Qatar

Join us for an electrifying evening of hits from the world of pop, brought to life by the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra and a stellar lineup of guest artists. Under the baton of Grammy nominated conductor Alastair Willis, vocalists including Wakasa, Samantha Echevarria Vigo, Lina, Yochabel Reynes, Ahmed El Helou, and Adrian McPherson Romero will dazzle you with their renditions of iconic songs. From classics like Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” and Michael Jackson’s “Heal the World” to contemporary hits like Amy Winehouse’s “Back to Black”, this concert promises an unforgettable musical journey. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary fusion of orchestra and pop hits!

 

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ARTISTS:
Alastair Willis, conductor
Lina Osman, vocals
Samantha Echevarria Vigo, vocals
Yochabel Reynes, vocals
Wakasa Iida, vocals
Ahmed El Helou, vocals
Adrian McPherson Romero, vocals

 

PROGRAMME:
Walter Murphy: Mean ol’ Moon
Norah Jones: Everybody Needs a Best Friend
Celine Dion: Parler à mon père
Doris Day: Perhaps
Mariah Carey: My All
Frank Sinatra: Fly Me to the Moon
Whitney Houston: I Have Nothing
Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell: Ain’t No Mountain High
Adele: Hello
Bill Withers: Just the Two of Us
Gloria Estefan, Miami Sound Machine: Conga

Intermission

Walter Murphy: Mean ol’ Moon
Frank Sinatra: My Way
Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)
Lara Fabian: Caruso
Tori Kelly: Don’t You Worry ‘Bout a Thing
Amy Winehouse: Back to Black
Mariah Carey: Hero
Michael Jackson: Heal the World