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Music Commission presents ‘Marvels of Saudi Orchestra' at Palace of Versailles
RIYADH: The Saudi Music Commission has announced the forthcoming concert, 'Marvels of Saudi Orchestra,' set to take place on Sept. 5 at the Palace of Versailles in Paris — one of France's most revered cultural and historical monuments.
To be held under the patronage of Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, chairman of the Music Commission's board of directors, the concert serves as a cultural bridge, further deepening the ties between the Kingdom and France.
A press release issued by the commission said the Saudi National Orchestra and Choir is set to dazzle audiences with an exquisite repertoire that reflects the depth and artistic plurality of Saudi Arabia's musical legacy, accompanied by an array of performing arts organized by the Theatre and Performing Arts Commission, including Al-Khobeiti, Al-Majroor, Al-Rifaihi, and Al-Khathwah.
Complementing this display, the Royal Opera House Orchestra will perform French masterpieces, paying homage to the illustrious heritage of the Palace of Versailles itself.
A captivating fusion segment will intertwine Saudi and French musical traditions, symbolizing a harmonious dialogue between these great cultures.
This return to Paris marks the eighth stop on the global tour of the 'Marvels of Saudi Orchestra.'
It follows the inaugural performance at the iconic Theatre du Chatelet. The tour has already enchanted audiences across the globe, from Mexico City's National Theatre to New York's Metropolitan Opera House, London's Central Hall Westminster to Tokyo Opera City, then to Riyadh's King Fahd Cultural Centre, and the world-renowned Sydney Opera House.
The concert reaffirms the Music Commission's commitment to empowering talents, providing a platform and showcasing the Kingdom's musical heritage.
