03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
Live Music Under the Stars: CineMoon Ensemble brings classical sound to school community
Under a starlit Doha sky, the CineMoon Ensemble, member of the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, delivered a memorable concert at the German International School Doha.
Titled 'Live Music Under the Stars', the concert combined musical performance with educational engagement in a setting designed to bring students and professionals altogether. The concert started with a performance from the school's band then followed by the performance of the CineMoon Ensemble.
Merve Kenet Bulun, founder and artistic director of CineMoon Ensemble, said: 'The highlight of this evening was really the message behind it. Our collaboration between the CineMoon Ensemble and the school band was very meaningful to me. Music brought us together — experienced musicians and young students just starting their journey. It was a joy to share the stage with them, and I truly admire their professionalism and the happiness they showed while performing.'
The evening's repertoire featured a mix of classical pieces, captivating an audience of around 180 guests. The open-air setting of thecampus, described by Principal Kai Darmstädter as a 'garden party', provided the perfect ambiance for an intimate yet vibrant musical experience.
Darmstädter described the concert as part of the school's effort to promote cultural engagement within the wider explained that the event, which is the second time that they are doing, is a chance to invite people into the school, not only to enjoy music, but to see that classical music is accessible and enjoyable. Acknowledging that many students are more familiar with pop music and digital content, Darmstädter noted the value of exposing them to orchestral instruments and live ensembles.
He noted that they have limited time for music in the curriculum, and events like this help bridge the gap as they give students a different kind of musical experience. The concert also served as a learning opportunity, with teachers using the occasion to introduce students to orchestral arrangements, instrument families, and the work of the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra. The partnership with CineMoon Ensemble has already prompted discussions about future collaborations. Bulun said, 'I believe music is a universal language — it carries happiness, joy, sadness, and imagination. I would encourage every young person to try learning an instrument or to sing. Music is truly a gift for the soul and one of the most beautiful presents humanity has received: a world filled with wonderful sounds.' (TNN)
