The National Museum, with the support of Russian IT consultancy Insignis, hosted two musical evenings under the theme “Symphony on the Strings of Cultures”, featuring solo piano performances by acclaimed pianist Eva Gevorgyan on Wednesday and Thursday, October 28 and 29, 2026.
The concerts formed part of the Museum’s second Music Season (2026–2027), reflecting its commitment to enriching the cultural scene of Masqat al-Kharij (Masqat Extramuros) and fostering artistic connections between international musical traditions and local audiences. Through its musical programme, the Museum continued to provide a platform for cultural exchange, bringing audiences closer to distinguished international performers and celebrated works from the classical repertoire.
The first evening was held under the auspices of Her Highness Sayyida Hujaija bint Jaifar al-Said, while the second took place under the auspices of His Excellency Qais bin Mohammed al-Yousef, Chairman of the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones.
Both evenings were attended by Their Highnesses and Excellencies, ambassadors, senior officials, prominent figures from the cultural and artistic communities, and music enthusiasts, reflecting the interest in the Museum’s cultural and artistic initiatives.
Gevorgyan captivated audiences with a carefully curated programme of classical masterpieces by some of the world’s most celebrated composers, including Sergei Rachmaninoff, Frédéric Chopin, Maurice Ravel and Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.
The first half of the programme featured Rachmaninoff’s Vocalise, one of the most renowned wordless vocal compositions in the classical repertoire, alongside Chopin’s Polonaise-Fantaisie. The second half included Ondine from Ravel’s Gaspard de la nuit, Tchaikovsky’s Sentimental Waltz, and selected excerpts from his internationally acclaimed ballet The Nutcracker.
The selection brought together works from different periods of classical music, showcasing the composers’ distinctive styles and the expressive range of the piano. Through her solo performances, Gevorgyan offered audiences an opportunity to experience the depth and diversity of the classical repertoire.
Recognised as a Yamaha Young Artist, Gevorgyan has received accolades in more than 40 international piano competitions. Among her notable achievements are the Prix de Berne in Switzerland (2023), the Grand Prix at the Russian National Orchestra Competition (2021), and an award at Germany’s Osnabrück Piano Festival (2021).
The two concerts added to the National Museum’s ongoing Music Season, further strengthening its role in promoting artistic appreciation and encouraging cultural connections through music.
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