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‘Cordoba Nights’ concert celebrates Andalusian

culture, heritage

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Mon 09-10-2023 21:23 PM

ABU DHABI, 9th October, 2023 (WAM) — The ‘Cordoba Nights’ concert, held at the Emirates
Palace Theatre in Abu Dhabi as part of the Andalusia: History and Civilisation Initiative, showcased
the rich artistic legacy of Arab culture in Spain.

The concert, the first of many artistic activities planned by the initiative, was attended by Mohamed
Al Murr, Head of the Andalusia: History and Civilisation Initiative Committee, and other notable
guests and concluded at the Emirates Palace tonight.

The concert featured diverse musical performances that reflected the rich and diverse heritage of
Andalusia, blending symphonic masterpieces with an Andalusian touch. It involved members of the
Spanish Royal Orchestra led by the renowned conductor, Inma Shara, alongside an Arab music
ensemble under the direction of Arab composer Jafar Sadiq.

The concert fused art and heritage and highlighted the deep cultural ties between the UAE and
Spain. Al Murr explained how the concert enabled the audience to closely explore the fusion of Arab
and Spanish cultures within the Andalusian artistic heritage.

The event marked the start of the initiative’s artistic programme, which aims to celebrate the role of
art in encouraging communication and cultural exchange between the East and the West,
emphasising its significance as a universal language that unites peoples and cultures.

Hazem Hussein/ Hatem Mohamed

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