NSO is an orchestra of excellence, promoting music within the UAE for current and future generations of Emirati nationals, residents and visitors.
Forging artistic links internationally, NSO inspires young musicians with its educational and professional development programmes. NSO is an integral part of the Emirati artistic life, enriching the nation's cultural offering. The orchestra is a cultural ambassador for the UAE, in support of the government's vision for 2030, by contributing to a knowledge-based economy, continuing strong and diverse international relationships, while maintaining the nation's values, culture and heritage.
NSO comprises the NSO Symphony Orchestra, the NSO Chamber Orchestra, the NSO Symphonic Pops Orchestra, the NSO Opera & Chorus and the NSO Music Agency.
More than 100 musicians of some 20 nationalities, who live in six of the seven emirates, make up the various formations of NSO and are professional musicians and musical educators who have performed regularly for their own national orchestras.
NSO Symphony Orchestra performs major symphonic and operatic works, as well as more popular forms, ranging from film scores to musical theatre. Every concert endeavours to feature musical contributions from the UAE, whether a composer, solo singer or musician.
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Contacts
+971 2 558 1958
info@nsouae.org