Sandstorm by Dana Al Fardan, Theatre Royal Haymarket
Qatari composer blends the music of her childhood with the international language of an orchestral score
Dana Al Fardan reveals the atmospheric soundworld of Arabic music
Qatari composer Dana Al Fardan cleverly combines the age-old textures of the music she grew up to with the traditions of the big symphonic sounds of Western music. But she also has a sense of drama, as this year's concert in London (17 Sept) will show.
Last year, the Peace and Prosperity Trust showcased her compositions at the Cadogan Hall, and on this occasion contemporary classical music will be performed by the London Metropolitan Orchestra conducted by its musical director, Andy Brown.
A brief narrative will the scene for this new work, which is on the lighter end of the musical spectrum.
Sandstorm is also being released as an album. Tracks to be performed live include Pride of a Nation, Riverdance, Music Box, Tango Swing and Brave New World. As Tango Swings hints, there will be many references to familiar forms amid the less familiar tonalities.
Dana, who is at the forefront of professional and influential women in Qatar, is proud to present her country’s culture to a wider audience. She has founded the country’s only record label, DNA Records, and wants to help the world get to know her country's culture better. Her debut album, Layla, was performed by the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra at Katara Opera House, Doha, in 2015
She is currently working on a film score.
The LMO, founded more than 20 years ago, is made up of musicians who are at home in the major Hollywood and recording studios worldwide. Their big, dramatic sound will be ideal for this story-like journey in music.
Last year, the Peace and Prosperity Trust showcased her compositions at the Cadogan Hall, and on this occasion contemporary classical music will be performed by the London Metropolitan Orchestra conducted by its musical director, Andy Brown.
A brief narrative will the scene for this new work, which is on the lighter end of the musical spectrum.
Sandstorm is also being released as an album. Tracks to be performed live include Pride of a Nation, Riverdance, Music Box, Tango Swing and Brave New World. As Tango Swings hints, there will be many references to familiar forms amid the less familiar tonalities.
Dana, who is at the forefront of professional and influential women in Qatar, is proud to present her country’s culture to a wider audience. She has founded the country’s only record label, DNA Records, and wants to help the world get to know her country's culture better. Her debut album, Layla, was performed by the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra at Katara Opera House, Doha, in 2015
She is currently working on a film score.
The LMO, founded more than 20 years ago, is made up of musicians who are at home in the major Hollywood and recording studios worldwide. Their big, dramatic sound will be ideal for this story-like journey in music.
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| What | Sandstorm by Dana Al Fardan, Theatre Royal Haymarket |
| Where | Theatre Royal Haymarket, 18 Suffolk Street, London, SW1Y 4HT | MAP |
| Nearest tube | Piccadilly Circus (underground) |
| When |
On 17 Sep 17, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM |
| Price | £15 - £100 |
| Website | Click here for more information and booking |