ASTANA, Kazakhstan (MNTV) — Kazakhstan celebrated National Dombyra Day with an evocative exhibition titled “Kumbіrle, Konyr Dombyra” at the Central State Museum, paying tribute to the instrument long regarded as the heart and soul of Kazakh identity. The exhibit showcases over 60 dombyras—Kazakhstan’s traditional two-stringed lute—including th...
ASTANA, Kazakhstan (MNTV) — UNESCO has opened a landmark exhibition in Paris honoring the centennial of Nurgisa Tlendiev, a towering figure in Kazakh music whose compositions fused ancient traditions with modern expression. As reported by Kazakh media outlet DKnews.kz, the exhibit titled “Roots of Inspiration: Legacy of Nurgisa Tlendiev” was i...
Government approvals for Music Nation and Fennica Gaming highlight the Emirates’ strategic push to support global-standard infrastructure in music and gaming sectors. ABU DHABI, UAE (MNTV) — The United Arab Emirates is rapidly expanding its footprint in the global entertainment industry, taking significant steps to bolster both music and gamin...
A Moroccan-Dutch artist intertwines history and art to revive the rich cultural legacy of Al-Andalus through music and theater AMSTERDAM (MNTV) – Mohamed Aadroun, a Moroccan-Dutch artist and former public servant, has dedicated his career to reviving and celebrating the cultural legacy of Al-Andalus through music and theater. Born in Amsterda...
Musical journey highlights Moroccan Andalusian tradition at World Sacred Music Festival’s 28th edition FEZ, Morocco (MNTV) – The city of Fez marked the 44th anniversary of its inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage site with a deeply spiritual and culturally rich performance during the 28th Fez Festival of World Sacred Music. Held at the histo...
Concert at Vahdat Hall to feature acclaimed musician Keivan Saket and diverse ensemble of traditional performers TEHRAN, Iran (MNTV) — The Mehdi Gholami Orchestra will take center stage at Tehran’s Vahdat Hall on May 28 for a dynamic performance blending Persian classical, regional folk, and mugham music, featuring renowned Iranian composer an...
16th edition to feature world-class operas, ballets, and concerts across iconic city venues ISTANBUL, Türkiye (MNTV) — The 16th International Istanbul Opera Festival will run from May 10 to June 3, bringing a rich program of opera, ballet, and classical concerts to major venues including the Atatürk Cultural Center and Süreyya Opera Stage. Or...
Celebrated conductor to return to Russia with symphonic poem from ‘My Mother Persia’ series, joined by tar soloists Aidin Olyanassab and Mahsa Kharatian TEHRAN, Iran (MNTV) — Renowned Iranian composer and conductor Ali (Alexander) Rahbari will return to the prestigious Mariinsky Opera and Concert Hall in Saint Petersburg, Russia, this June for...
Opera tells story of Ottoman muezzin’s journey to understanding human relationships, blending Turkish musical motifs with Western techniques ANKARA, Türkiye (MNTV) — Türkiye’s Ankara State Opera and Ballet (ADOB) marked a historic moment with the world premiere of “Çelebi,” an opera composed by Cemal Reşit Rey, with a libretto by h...
EPHESUS, Türkiye (MNTV) – The 8th International Ephesus Opera and Ballet Festival will showcase seven productions across nine performances at Türkiye’s ancient Ephesus Theatre from June 27 to July 13, organizers announced today. State Opera and Ballet general director Tan Sağtürk revealed this year’s program will feature internationall...
