Batroun hosted an exceptional musical evening as part of the 2026 Grand Summer Concerts organized by the National Higher Institute of Music.
St. Stephen’s Cathedral welcomed the Lebanese National Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Maestro Karim Saeed.
Internationally renowned violinist Maria Savarian also joined the orchestra for the evening.
The Institute’s President, Dr. Heba Al-Qawas, invited guests to the concert. She highlighted the Conservatory’s efforts to reshape Lebanon’s cultural and musical scene.
Al-Qawas also stressed the importance of bringing classical music to different Lebanese regions. She said the Institute continues this mission despite the country’s economic challenges.
MP Gebran Bassil, Batroun Mayor Marcelino Al-Hark, and Father François Harb attended the event. Diplomatic and cultural figures also joined a large audience of music lovers.
The Lebanese National Philharmonic Orchestra performed a program that blended Western classical music with Lebanese musical heritage.
The program included works by Mozart and Beethoven. The orchestra also performed “Overture to the Meadows of Canaan” by Lebanese composer Wadih Sabra.
Maria Savarian captivated the audience with pieces by Messiaen and Sarasate. Maestro Karim Saeed brought his own expressive style to the orchestra’s performance.
The concert ended with a message of hope and cultural connection through music.
The evening also highlighted Batroun’s growing role as a destination for art, music, and culture in Lebanon.
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