Bahrain International Music Festival is back for its 30th edition with live performances across the island.

Running until October 16, the festival is a joyful celebration attracting and blending international cultures from the Arab world and beyond, a musical rendezvous under Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities’ slogan for 2021, ‘Pearling Path’, reflecting the sustainability of the event and the unifying significance of culture and music as we are separated due to global circumstances beyond our control.

Performances are taking place across Bahrain National Theatre, the Cultural Hall, Dar Al Muharraq, Dar Bin Harban and Dar Al Riffa. On October 3 and 4, embark on A Musical Journey from Mozart to Today by Pianist Maxime Zecchini at the Cultural Hall. In collaboration with the French Embassy, pianist Maxime Zecchini’s concert offers a journey through different musical styles and eras.

From the middle of the 18th century to the 2000s, listeners will be led to discover or rediscover some of the greatest musical masterpieces. Join this overlap of exquisite classical pieces and famous international tunes, as well as the fine works of many French musicians such as Claude Debussy, Michel Legrand or Charles Aznavour.

Entry is free for ages eight and above, green shield vaccination proof required. In collaboration with the Omani Embassy, the Khawater by Hawas Trio from Oman will take to the stage at The Cultural Hall on October 5 and 6 to present a dazzling concert featuring eastern and international music and original compositions, as well as distinct Omani sounds. Entry as above.

Take a taste of Spain on October 7 and 8 with the Laura de los Ángeles Piano Flamenco Show as the talented pianist, singer and flamenco composer performs an assortment of pieces dedicated to the beauty of the sea and those who dream of a better world. The venue is The Cultural Hall and entry as above. October 9 and 10 see A Tribute to the Late Salman Zaiman by the Bahrain Music Band. And on October 12 and 13 Jaywant Naidu Classical Folk Fusion takes to the stage in celebration of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Bahrain and India.

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Putting local artists in the spotlight, the Dar Bin Harban Band will perform folkloric pieces at their eponymous hall in Muharraq on October 15. This band continues to be instrumental in reviving a myriad of local traditional arts, including Al-Ardhah, Al-La’abouni, Al-Khammari and AlFjiri. So, this is the perfect opportunity to get acquainted with traditional Bahraini sounds. The Qalali Folk Band will be performing on October 14 at Dar Al Muharraq and Dar Al Riffa Al Sagheera Band take to the stage on October 16 at Dar Al Riffa. ✤

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