National Youth Orchestra Dubai makes history with Vienna debut

The National Youth Orchestra Dubai’s Strings Camerata has successfully concluded its debut performances at some of Vienna’s most prestigious concert halls, including the Wiener Konzerthaus, the Musikverein (Golden Hall), and the ORF RadioKulturhaus.

Organised with the support of Dubai Culture through its Dubai Cultural Grant programme, the orchestra took part in the Summa Cum Laude International Youth Music Festival, where it premiered a new work by Emirati composer Ihab Darwish titled Threads of Light.

The Strings Camerata Orchestra also secured third place in the festival's competition, competing against leading youth orchestras from around the world.

Dubai Culture hailed the achievement as a major milestone for local talent, saying it reflects the emirate's commitment to supporting young musicians and strengthening the UAE's presence on the global cultural stage.

The programme also featured a series of training sessions and masterclasses with Maestros Saul Zaks and Alexander Grandé, providing musicians with valuable opportunities to refine their skills and engage with leading international artists.

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