Conducting at Carnegie Hall in 2013, with baritone Pr. Toufic Maatouk
This certainly was the best form of soft diplomacy among these nations. Through the universal language of music these university/college students had the opportunity to build bridges of understanding and tolerance, dissolve misconceptions and develop long lasting relationships that can enhance our future through their leadership.
My concert at Carnegie Hall last April, was a continuation of my musical/cultural exchanges and collaboration. The Antonine University, American University in Beirut, Sagesse High School sent 35 singers to join me in this performance. Also, the Lebanese accomplished opera singer, Pr. Toufic Maatouk, was featured baritone soloist first the first time. Furthermore, the American University of Sharjah, UAE brought
Your fourth conducting appearance was this past April, and included choirs from Lebanon, Dubai and the United States of America. How was this second historic event different from the 2010?
23 singers as their first attempt in exposing their students to such an incredible cultural experience. Joining them on the stage were 110 singers from my choirs in LA and another 80 choristers from other parts of the US. The New England Symphonic Ensemble was the orchestra and the