(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Joelyn Baluyut |The Peninsula
Doha, Qatar: As the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra (QPO) commemorates its 15th anniversary this week through a music festival, its Executive Director underscored the orchestra's commitment to enriching Qatar's cultural landscape by attracting top-tier musicians to collaborate with the ensemble.
QPO Executive Director, Kurt Meister, extended his heartfelt gratitude to the Qatar Foundation and its leadership for their support in establishing and nurturing the orchestra. He stressed the orchestra's aspiration for continued growth, acknowledging Qatar's enthusiastic audiences in sustaining the vitality of the orchestra.
“I express gratitude towards the Qatar Foundation, Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, co-founded and Chairs the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, and Her Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, Vice Chairperson and CEO of Qatar Foundation, for their unwavering support in the establishment of the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra,” he told The Peninsula.
“It is our aspiration to achieve prosperous growth in the forthcoming years. The level of affection and admiration received from Qatar is genuinely noteworthy, and our existence and vitality are sustained by the delightful audiences present in this part of the world. We aim to enhance the cultural landscape of Qatar by attracting highly skilled musicians to collaborate with our esteemed orchestra.”
Kurt Meister
Reflecting on the orchestra's journey over the past 15 years, Meister recalled the rigorous selection process that brought together exceptional musicians from 28 different nationalities, highlighting the orchestra's unique blend of diversity and talent. He emphasised the unifying power of music, transcending cultural boundaries and creating a collective sense of unity among individuals from diverse backgrounds.
“At the onset, a total of 3,200 applications were received, following which the jury diligently assessed about 2,600 individuals in order to identify the most exceptional musicians hailing from various parts of the globe. The Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, comprising individuals from 28 different nationalities, has selected a total of 100 musicians.”
“The phenomenon under consideration is a distinctive aspect of global society, wherein the unifying power of music transcends national boundaries, fostering a collective sense of unity among diverse individuals. This collective experience serves as a platform for honouring and embracing many cultural, religious, and communal identities.”
In a rapidly evolving musical landscape, Meister stressed the enduring relevance of QPO in enriching Qatar's cultural fabric and beyond. He noted the influence of music, arts, and literature in uplifting and inspiring people from all walks of life, stressing the orchestra's commitment to spreading joy and beauty through its performances.“Music, the arts and literature give consolation, strength, encouragement and joie de vivre to people in any phase of life. We should enable as many people as possible to enjoy these riches.”
The anniversary celebrations, spanning from April 18 to 20, will include an array of musical experiences, showcasing the depth and versatility of QPO's repertoire.
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