Bicentennial Concert : Celebrating Uruguay

In celebration of the 200th anniversary of the independence of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay, the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra presents a stirring evening of music that bridges cultures and continents. This special concert, held in collaboration with the Embassy of Uruguay, pays tribute to Uruguay’s rich musical heritage and its enduring cultural ties with the world.

Under the baton of esteemed conductor Marcus Bosch, and featuring the outstanding Uruguayan soprano Sofia Mara, the evening opens with the national anthems of both Qatar and Uruguay, symbolising the spirit of cross-cultural exchange at the heart of this celebration.

The programme journeys through the soulful rhythms of Uruguay’s iconic tangos La Cumparsita by Gerardo Matos Rodríguez and Mi Vieja Viola by Humberto Correa, to evocative works by contemporary Uruguayan composers such as Jaurés Lamarque Pons, César Cortinas, and Federico García Vigil. These pieces capture the essence of Uruguay’s vibrant musical identity, ranging from candombe traditions to opera and symphonic variation.

The second half of the concert showcases timeless European gems, including arias and overtures from Verdi, Puccini, Giménez, Delibes and  Bizet, reflecting Uruguay’s historical artistic influences and deep ties to classical music traditions.

Concert Attendance Guidelines

Ticketing and Admission:

• All tickets must be purchased online in advance.
• No refunds or exchanges are permitted.
• Children under 6 years of age are not admitted to the venue.
• Seating begins 30 minutes prior to the performance.

Venue Protocol:

• QPO representatives will guide patrons to their designated seats.
• We kindly request that all mobile devices be silenced.
• Flash photography and video recording are strictly prohibited.
• Late arrivals will not be seated until an appropriate break in the performance.
• Re-entry during the concert is limited to seats near the exit.
• Food and beverages are not permitted in the concert hall (water excepted).

Patron Conduct:

• The Philharmonic reserves the right to remove any individual disrupting the performance or other patrons.
• We are not liable for personal property or injuries.

Additional Information:

• Programmes and artists are subject to change without notice.
• To receive applicable discounts, please present valid student, staff, or disability identification to the Box Office before booking tickets at qpoboxoffice@qf.org.qa.

We appreciate your cooperation in maintaining an enjoyable experience for all concertgoers.

Dress Code: Smart casual. Audience members with inappropriately informal attire, including shorts or beachwear  will not be seated.