Qatari composer Dana Al Fardan first from Gulf to perform at Cannes

Cannes: Qatari composer Dana Al Fardan has made history as the first artist from the Gulf region to appear at the prestigious 77th Cannes Film Festiva...

Cannes: Qatari composer Dana Al Fardan has made history as the first artist from the Gulf region to appear at the prestigious 77th Cannes Film Festival, performing at the star-studded Trophée Chopard official dinner.

The Doha-born musician gave a ground-breaking performance at 24th edition of Trophée Chopard, in the enchanting setting of the Carlton Beach Club on La Croisette, hosted by Caroline Scheufele and this year’s Trophée Chopard ‘Godmother’ – actress and producer Demi Moore.

The attendees of the Trophée Chopard were captivated by Dana’s mesmerising voice as she performed “Solstice” and “Onyx” from her album “Indigo,” accompanied by the soloists of Cannes National Symphonic Orchestra. and violinist Maias Alyamani. Additionally, the orchestra played her instrumental pieces “Chromium,” “Stillness,” and the world première of “Caroline.” The latter was composed by Dana as a homage to the vision and creativity of Caroline Scheufele, co-president of Chopard. Dana remarked, “Caroline embodies the spirit of innovation and elegance that I aspire to convey through my music.”

As cultural ambassador of the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra (QPO) and one of the leading pioneering creative talents of both her generation and the Arab world, Dana proudly represents this role, including the members of the QPO to a global stage.

“As an artist, it is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity to have an impact on such a high profile and culturally important platform as the Cannes Film Festival,” said Dana Al Fardan.