Atif Aslam and Sami Yusuf are coming to Abu Dhabi for another Symphony of Stars
After a sold-out edition in 2024, Symphony of Stars is back for another year – with Atif Aslam and Sami Yusuf this time.
Symphony Of Stars: The Soulful Experience will come to Etihad Arean on November 7, bringing together two big music powerhouses.
Pakistani singer and songwriter Atif Aslam is one of the big names performing on the night, bringing a stripped-back, intimate show that will include renditions of his most popular songs.
Then we have the world-renowned Sami Yusuf, a British composer, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist. Some of his most popular songs include Nasimi, Existentia, Ya Nabi, and The Wine of Love, and his performances are considered more than just concerts by fans – they are immersive experiences blending classical and traditional sounds, turning music into meditation.
Last year's show brought together Atif Aslam and Abida Parveen, and this year's performance promises another immersive multisensory journey.
Osman Osman and Shaaista Khan Osman, Blu Blood MD and CEO respectively, said: 'Bringing these two powerful artists together is not just about the performance – it's about heart, heritage, and healing.
'Symphony of Stars was born out of a desire to stir the soul. At Blu Blood, we continue to break the mould by curating ground-breaking collaborations that transcend genre, tradition, and geography, and this year's show is a celebration of music as a bridge between hearts.'
If you want to get tickets, head to etihadarena.ae but don't wait too long – the show sold out last year so it's expected to sell out this year too.
From Dhs200. Fri November 7. Etihad Arena, Yas Island. etihadarena.ae.
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