The East Meets West concert brings together the National Arab Orchestra, led by founder Michael Ibrahim, and the FIM Flint Symphony Orchestra in a unique musical collaboration. The event showcases a fusion of Middle Eastern and Western musical traditions, featuring arrangements of classical pieces like Mozart’s 40th Symphony and an Arabic rendition of "Habanera" from Carmen. Guest vocalists Lubana Al-Quntar and Usama Baalbaki will add their voices to this cultural celebration, which aims to promote understanding and dialogue through music. This performance reflects a longstanding partnership between the two orchestras and highlights the importance of cultural connection in today’s world.
Cast and Creative Team for East Meets West at Flint Institute of Music
Cast
Lubana Al-Quntar
Ensemble
Usama Baalbaki
Ensemble
Michael Ibrahim
Ensemble
Mona Abou Hamze
Ensemble
Creative Team
Michael Ibrahim
Music Director
Rodney Lontine
President and CEO
Ashley Poirier
Manager of Patron Communications & Content Strategy
Lubana Al-Quntar
Vocalist
Usama Baalbaki
Vocalist
Mona Abou Hamze
Special Guest
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