Ras al khaimah: H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, attended a concert by the UAE National Orchestra at the Ras Al Khaimah Cultural Center, affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, under the title 'The Beginning'.
According to Emirates News Agency, the event saw the presence of Sheikh Salem bin Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of Culture, Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Sheikh Khalid bin Saqr Al Qasimi, and Sheikha Alya bint Khalid Al Qasimi, Director General of the UAE National Orchestra. The concert was also attended by senior officials, music and arts enthusiasts, and members of the community.
H.H. Sheikh Saud remarked that the concert reflects the depth of Emirati culture and its creative heritage. He noted that music and the arts are crucial in preserving national identity and strengthening its presence within society.
He emphasized the importance of the UAE National Orchestra as a valuable addition to the country's cultural landscape. The orchestra aims to bring orchestral music closer to audiences, showcase Emirati identity through contemporary artistic forms, and contribute to the development of talent and professional performance standards.
The concert is part of a series of musical and artistic events organized by the UAE National Orchestra across the country. These events aim to broaden cultural participation and present musical experiences inspired by national heritage and innovation.
The programme opened with a performance celebrating the UAE's musical heritage, drawing on traditional forms such as Taghrouda and Ayala. This was followed by the premiere of the Emirati symphony 'The Beginning', composed by Nadim Tarbeh, alongside a selection of international orchestral works.