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.
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
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.
Tickets available here.
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
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
Audience members must register on the QNL event webpage to attend the event.
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.
Ticket link will be available shortly.
GUEST ARTIST:
Frank Strobel, conductor
PROGRAMME:
Elmer Bernstein: The Magnificent Seven Symphonic Suite
Ennio Morricone: Frank from “Once upon a time in the West”
Luis Bacalov: La Corsa (2nd Version) from “Django Unchained”
Ennio Morricone: Once Upon a Time in the West Suite
Alan Silvestri: I am Forrest from “Forrest Gump”
Bernard Herrmann: The Murder from “Psycho”
Tan Dun: The Eternal Vow from “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon”
Hans Zimmer: Gladiator Suite
INTERMISSION
Danny Elfman: Spider-Man Theme
Danny Elfman: Declared Love from “Spider-Man”
Danny Elfman: Finale from “Spider-Man”
Ludwig Göransson: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Suite
Jerry Goldsmith: Basic Instinct Theme
James Horner: Main Title and Ripley’s Rescue from “Aliens”
John Williams:
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”
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
Audience members must register on the QNL event webpage to attend the event.
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)
Audience members must register on the QNL event webpage to attend the event.
September 22, 2024 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Katara Cultural Village, Opera House
Experience an evening of powerful Russian Romanticism with guest conductor Kamoliddin Urinbaev and pianist Fazliddin Husanov. This concert features two monumental works from the late 19th century; and opens with Rachmaninoff’s beloved “Piano Concerto No. 2”, a work renowned for its lush melodies and emotional depth. Soloist Fazliddin Husanov brings his artistry to this iconic piece, showcasing the interplay between piano and orchestra.
To close the concert, the orchestra presents Tchaikovsky’s final symphony, the “Pathétique.” This intensely personal work takes listeners on an emotional journey, from passionate heights to introspective lows, concluding with its famously somber finale.
Join us for this celebration of Russian classical music at its most evocative and stirring.
Ticket link will be available shortly.
GUEST ARTISTS:
Kamoliddin Urinbaev, conductor
Fazliddin Husanov, piano
PROGRAMME:
Sergei Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18
INTERMISSION
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74 “Pathetique”
September 17, 2024 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Qatar National Convention Centre, Auditorium 3
Join us for an exhilarating evening of orchestral works conducted by the talented Elias Grandy. This diverse programme showcases three distinctive compositions from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The concert opens with Prokofiev’s “Symphony No. 1”, known as the “Classical” symphony, a charming nod to Haydn’s style with a modern twist. Following this, Stravinsky’s “Jeu de Cartes” offers a playful and inventive ballet score inspired by card games.
Finally, prepare to be swept away by Berlioz’ revolutionary “Symphonie Fantastique,” a groundbreaking work that pushed the boundaries of orchestral music with its vivid storytelling and innovative use of instruments.
Ticket link will be available shortly.
GUEST ARTIST:
Elias Grandy, conductor
PROGRAMME:
Sergei Prokofiev: Symphony No. 1 in D Major, Op. 25
Igor Stravinsky: Jeu de Cartes (The Card Game)
INTERMISSION
Hector Berlioz: Symphony Fantastique, Op. 14
April 20, 2024 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM Qatar National Convention Centre, Auditorium 3
Celebrate 15 years of incredible music-making with the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra for the 15-Year-Anniversary Festival! The Philharmonic ushers in the celebration with a variety of performances that will take place in Auditorium 3 at the Qatar National Convention Centre from 18-20 of April, showcasing the breadth and diversity of the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra.
The closing concert of the 15-Year-Anniversary Festival invites you to come on tour around the globe with the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra. Featuring incredible pieces of music from every country that the Qatar Philharmonic has toured in the past such as, Syria, England, the USA, France, Italy, Germany, Russia, and China. Performing under the baton of Elias Grandy, the orchestra will be joined by the Qatar Concert Choir for this unforgettable event.
PERFORMERS:
Elias Grandy, conductor
Qatar Concert Choir
Giovanni Pasini, chorus master
PROGRAMME:
Traditional: Lamma Bada
Leonard Bernstein: “West Side Story” Symphonic Dances: IV. Mambo
Vaughan Williams: Fantasia on Greensleeves
Charles Gounod: Waltz from “Faust”
Giuseppe Verdi: Overture from “La Forza Del Destino”
Johann Strauss II: Kaiser-Walzer, Op. 437
Pyotr Iliych Tchaikovsky: Polonaise From “Eugene Onegin”
Huang Haihuai: Horse Racing
Peter Weiner: Happy Birthday Medley
October 12, 2023 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM Qatar National Library
PERFORMERS:
MAias Alyamani, violin
Dmitri Torchinsky, violin
Lorena Manescu, violin
Egle Valute, violin
Anna Maria Rusu, violin
Fulvio Furlanut, violin
Georges Yammine, violin
Giovanni Pasini, viola
Andrea Mereuta, viola
Hassan Moataz El Molla, cello
Christoph Schmitz, cello
Sandor Onodi, double bass
George Oro, percussion
Kee Guan Ng, percussion
Sonja Park, piano
Programme:
Qatar Airways – Trilogy Of Ascent
Orsus
Treasures
Cultures In Dialogue
Art Palles
Fjiri
Sandoq Sgir
Lustre
Heliodore
Solstice
Audience members must register on the QNL event webpage to attend the event.