The National Youth Orchestra Celebration Gala Concert 2025

The National Youth Orchestra Celebration Gala Concert 2025

20 May 2025

Gala Concert with the National Youth Orchestras, Jonathan Barrett, Conductor and National Youth Choirs, Rob Johnston, Conductor

• Renée Youssef, Violin, 1st Prize Winner, 2025 NYO Concerto Competition
• Music by Bach, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky & more
• World Premieres by Ihab Darwish & Jonathan Barrett

Join us for a spectacular evening that promises to resonate in your heart long after the final note has been played! Performed by incredibly talented children, the prestigious National Youth Orchestras and National Youth Choirs are set to dazzle audiences with a magnificent performance led by esteemed conductors Jonathan Barrett and Rob Johnston.

Prepare to be captivated by the stunning sounds of our talented young musicians, featuring extraordinary violinist Renée Youssef, the 1st Prize Winner of the 2025 NYO Concerto Competition. This remarkable concert will showcase the timeless masterpieces of classical giants like Bach, Beethoven, and Tchaikovsky, along with exciting world premieres by renowned Emirati composer Ihab Darwish and UAE-based American composer Jonathan Barrett.

A family night to remember:

• World-Class Talent: Witness the artistry of emerging musicians and young singers as they showcase their skills.
• A Night of World Premiere Works: Be among the first to experience brand new compositions that will set the stage ablaze with innovation.
• An Iconic Venue: Dubai Opera provides the perfect backdrop for an evening of enchanting music, offering an unforgettable atmosphere.

Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of orchestral and choral music and support the next generation of artistic talent. Gather your friends and family for a night of music that will inspire and uplift.

Secure Your Tickets Now!

Reserve your seats and be part of this extraordinary celebration of youth and music. Let’s make memories together on May 20, 2025!

Turn up the volume, Dubai—we can’t wait to see you there!