Wednesday 03/December/2025 – 08:19 AM
The Opera House, headed by Dr. Alaa Abdel Salam, in cooperation with the Embassy of Canada in Cairo, within the framework of the Ministry of Culture’s directives aimed at strengthening bridges of communication with various countries of the world, is holding a concert by the international music composer and pianist of Lebanese origin. Steve Barakat Who is visiting Egypt for the first time at eight in the evening on Friday, December 5, at the Grand Theater.
Steve Barakat
Barakat said that he was happy to visit Egypt and hold a concert in Cairo, the ancient, inspiring city that combines history and creativity, stressing the richness of Egyptian culture and the distinguished international reputation enjoyed by the Opera House. He added that the program includes a selection of his own compositions that he wrote over decades and represent a true expression of the highest human feelings and are unique in a unique style that blends classical, contemporary and cinematic music, in addition to official anthems he wrote for prestigious international institutions and global cultural bodies, including Aviation, Light and Shadow, and Autumn in… Quebec, Cedar Trees of Lebanon, A Night of Love in Paris, An Evening in New York, the official anthem of the National Order of Quebec titled Becoming.
Revive your hearts from Symphony to Eternal Life, My Homeland In celebration of Lebanon’s centenary, seize the moment From Symphony to Eternal Life, A New Reality, the official anthem of UNICEF which premiered on five continents and was broadcast from the International Space Station and continues to resonate around the world as a global symbol of hope and a powerful call to protect the rights of children.
The ceremony comes within the framework of Barakat’s global tour, which includes Europe, Asia, North America, and several Arab countries. It also constitutes a prominent historical stop to celebrate the depth of diplomatic relations between Egypt and Canada.
It is worth noting that Steve Barakat is one of the most prominent contemporary musicians. He is a composer, pianist, and music producer who has won many awards, including the National Order of Quebec. He has collaborated with major artists and international recording companies in hundreds of international projects over the course of more than three decades. He has presented more than five hundred live concerts on the most important stages in the world. His music has been played in many television productions and live broadcasts of major international events. Sales of his albums have exceeded five million copies, and his works on YouTube have achieved more than 300 million views. He has participated in concerts with… An elite group of the most important international orchestras. He is considered one of the most prominent composers of official anthems in the world, as he wrote the official UNICEF anthem and the Motherland’s anthem on the occasion of the centenary of the State of Lebanon, in addition to other works associated with prestigious international institutions and events. In 2021, he was awarded the title of Knight of the National Order of Quebec in recognition of his outstanding artistic contributions and his wide influence around the world.
