Eid Night with Kadim Al Sahir

In Celebration of World Music Day

In celebration of World Music Day, we would like to invite you to enjoy meeting some of Abu Dhabi's key musical performances and activities.

City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra: Film Music in Al Ain

Birmingham’s world-class orchestra played as part of Abu Dhbai Classics in the enchanting and iconic Al Jahili fort in Al Ain.

Visits from Bait Al Oud VI: Universal Mozart

Oud legend Naseer Shamma and Bait Al Oud musicians perform music composed by Mozart and inspired by him on Arabic instruments.

Visits from Bait Al Oud VII: From Spain to Abu Dhabi

Oud legend Naseer Shamma with the musicians from Bait Al Oud take their audience on a musical journey to Spain and Latin America.

Visits from Bait Al Oud IV: The story of the Oud

An instrumental concert programme with Naseer Shamma and Bait Al Oud teachers celebrating the history of Classical Arabic Music.

Visits from Bait Al Oud V: Tribute to Classical Arabic Singing

For its 5th instalment, the Visits from Bait Al Oud concert series celebrates the rich tradition of Classical Arabic Singing

Sounds of UAE: Ahmed Al Hosani & Bait Al Oud, and Faisal Al Saari and band

Emirati Singer Ahmed Al Hosani performs with Bait Al Oud Musicians and Faisal Al Saari offers a performance of “To Zayed Salam”

Sounds of UAE: Nejma El Koor, Tariq Al Menhali and Faisal Al Jasim

The second National Day Concert from Sounds of UAE with Najma Al Koor, Tariq Al Menhali and Faisal Al Jasim

Art to Heart: A Conversation with Eleonora Sevenard

Eleonora Sevenard talks to Alia Al Neyadi about her journey as a soloist at the Bolshoi Theater.

Art to Heart: A Conversation with Salman Al Najem

Sara bin Safwan speaks with artist Salman Al Najem about the creative force of man, mental health and finding light within darkness.

Mawhibaty Programme End of Year Students Showcase 2019/2020

A Visual and Performing Arts showcase celebrating the accomplishments of students enrolled in the Mawhibaty programme 2019/2020

Visits from Bait Al Oud III: Ramadan Nights

A Celebration of the Holy Month of Ramadan under the artistic supervision of Bait Al Oud Vocal Teacher Dr. Fathulla Ahmed.

Visits from Bait Al Oud II: The new Qanun

Bait Al Oud Abu Dhabi’s Qanun teacher, Bassam Abdel Satar, gathers his graduates & friends to perform a virtual concert.

Visits from Bait Al Oud I: Naseer Shamma & Friends

Oud legend Naseer Shamma performed an online concert from Bait Al Oud Abu Dhabi, instilling hope in times of uncertainty.

World Day for Audiovisual Heritage: Four Experts, Four Pillars

Al Qattara Arts Centre celebrates World Day for Audiovisual Heritage through a series of interviews with heritage and audiovisual experts.

Art To Heart: A Conversation with Oud Player Alya Cycon

The first female graduate in Oud from Berklee Boston and Valencia, Alya Cycon sits across the camera with Mona Eldahshoury in this next #ArtToHeart interview.

Art to Heart: A Conversation with Violinist Layth Sidiq

Yarub Smairat interviews his colleague and friend, Berklee graduate and accomplished violinist Layth Sidiq.

Art to Heart: A Conversation with Pianist David Fray

A passionate one on one about the intricacies and theories behind classical music with David Fray.

Guggenheim Abu Dhabi: In the Studio with Maitha Abdalla

Meet Emirati artist Maitha Abdalla as she introduces her practice, and get to know the artists living and working in Abu Dhabi.

World Music Exploratory Guides

Explore the rich tapestry created by musicians, from the music of the Arab World to internationally renowned composers.

Drive-In concert – Live from Berklee Abu Dhabi

Enjoy a unique display of talent in our first drive-in concert at Berklee Abu Dhabi - the first of many live performances as part of our “When Is Now?” series. With an incredible line up of artists!

Visits from Bait Al Oud II: The New Qanun

Bait Al Oud teacher Bassam Abdel Satar gathered his qanun graduates together for an online concert, showcasing Arabic musical traditions, as well as innovation and creativity.

Visits from Bait Al Oud IV: The Story of the Oud

Naseer Shamma and teachers from Bait Al Oud perform a programme of classical Arabic music.

An Evening with Dalal Abu Amneh

An evening of music with singer Dalal Abu Amneh, whose impressive repertoire ranges from Arabic classical ‘tarab’ to Andalusian ‘muwashahat’.

An Evening with Jahida Wehbe

An evening with singer Jahida Wehbe as she performs classical and patriotic music, among other genres.

Universal Expressions: Inspired by Louvre Abu Dhabi

The Gustav Mahler Youth Orchestra performs with Christoph Eschenbach, Faisal Al Saari and Gautier Capuçon. This historic concert in Abu Dhabi in 2016 featured two world premieres: the oud concerto 'Zayed’s Dream' and the cello and orchestral fantasy composition 'Once Upon a Time'.

Naseer Shamma & Friends in concert

Naseer Shamma, joined by Bait Al Oud musicians, perform a new composition from Abu Dhabi.

Mohammed Abdo in concert

Enjoy the best of the Cultural Foundation’s live performances! Here are some masterpieces sung by superstar Mohammed Abdo.