Business Intelligence Middle East (press release) , UAE
Nov 15 2009
Guy Manoukian live on stage in Dubai
Source: BI-ME , Author: BI-ME staff
Posted: Sun November 15, 2009 3:07 pm
UAE. Coveted Lebanese-Armenian pianist and composer, Guy Manoukian, a
world-renowned musician, will be performing live at The Palladium in
Dubai Media City at an exclusive concert on November 20th.
With infectious beats and contemporary arrangements, Manoukian will
perform alongside an Armenian and Lebanese singer, treating the
audience to a combination of modern and traditional styles of music,
often described as a fusion of oriental flair.
He will be accompanied by of 15 band members including violinists,
percussionists and a flutist.
Cathryn Gaspar, CEO of Full House the Dubai-based production company
responsible for bringing the charismatic artist over to Dubai
commented: `We are absolutely delighted to be bringing such a
talented, award-winning musician to the UAE.
We are looking forward to a very special evening, Guy has many
thousands of fans throughout the region and his summer concert was a
sellout at the Beiteddine festival in Lebanon.’
Manoukian, who began playing the piano at age four, appeared on
television at age six and performed at the Lebanese presidential
palace when he was just seven years of age, has risen through the
ranks of music through his sheer talent and ambition.
He has composed and produced a wide array of musical albums which have
been successful both regionally and globally including his most recent
album, Assouman (Armenian for blue sky), being a best seller in
Lebanon and the UAE.
Winner of best dance album awards at the Arab Music Awards and the
Armenian Music Awards among others, Guy is the first artist from the
Middle East to be endorsed by Yamaha and has performed around the
world from Sydney to Beirut. He has also worked with international
superstars such as Wyclef Jean, 50 Cent, Raul Di Blasio and French
rapper Diams and Shakira.
Guy Manoukian will be performing at the Palladium in Dubai Media City
on Friday 20th November. Doors open at 7.30pm and performances start
at 8.30pm.
Ticket prices start at AED195 and are available from the box office at
The Palladium and Virgin Megastore. Alternatively log on to
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From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress