With the participation of Andrea Bocelli…the masterpieces of the Saudi Orchestra shine in Rome
Under the patronage of His Highness Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Music Authority, the Music Authority concluded a ceremony "" In the Italian capital, Rome, which was held on Venus Square "Colosseum Archaeological Park" With the participation of the international artist .
The concert brought together 32 musicians from And the Saudi National Choir, along with 30 musicians from the orchestra "Fontaine de Rome"In a joint musical performance that reflected cultural exchange, led by the world-class Italian maestro Marcelorotta, it also included a selection of Saudi, Italian and international works, combining national melodies and orchestral arrangements.
Masterpieces of the Saudi Orchestra
The ceremony showcased the most famous Saudi performing arts, namely Wadi Al-Dawasir Ardha, Al-Khatwa Art and Al-Yanbawi Art, presented by 55 performers under the umbrella of the Theater and Performing Arts Authority in the context of achieving its goals aimed at highlighting the diversity of traditional performing arts. Saudi Arabia.
The ceremony also witnessed a musical piece entitled "Al-Hijr and Rome" From the words of historian and researcher Suleiman Al-Dheeb, it reflects the depth of cultural ties between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Italy, and draws inspiration from the legacy of the two civilizations, in an artistic experience that embodies the extension of cultural dialogue over time, and confirms the role of Saudi Music The CEO of the Music Authority, Paul Pacifico, explained on this occasion that presenting "Masterpieces of the Saudi Orchestra" In Rome, it is considered an exceptional stop in the Saudi music journey, and a symbol that reflects the depth of cultural dialogue, and through this artistic meeting that brings together Saudi musicians with an orchestra. "Fontaine de Rome"On one of the most ancient historical monuments, we seek to present the national musical heritage to a global audience, and to establish sustainable creative partnerships that contribute to shaping the future of our musical system." The CEO of the Theater and Performing Arts Authority, Muhammad Hassan Alwan, stressed the importance of this participation, which embodied a combination of the ancient Roman theater as a global cultural symbol, and the traditional performing arts as a national identity, and presented Saudi culture in an artistic manner that highlights its international presence and contributes to strengthening cultural communication. The Rome concert comes within the efforts of "Masterpieces of the Saudi Orchestra" In enhancing the Kingdom’s cultural presence globally, enabling Saudi artists to interact with the global audience, and celebrating and highlighting the Saudi musical identity, while the Music Authority continues to support the growth of a sustainable music system in the Kingdom.
