Sheikh Hamdan approves Dubai Orchestra project
The announcement of this new project was made by Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority, via her official Instagram account.
The post made on June 18, 2025, stated, 'Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, the Executive Council has approved the Dubai Orchestra project.'
Sheikha Latifa mentioned that the project is one that is led by Dubai Culture in partnership with Dubai's public and private sectors and will showcase 'Dubai's presence on the global arts stage and nurture new generations capable of carrying forward the message of cultural and human creativity.'
In the post, Sheikha Latifa also shares the Dubai Orchestra project's main objectives and initiatives. Objectives To nurture a vibrant creative environment that advances the music sector
Attract exceptional talent
Inspire and empower homegrown creatives
Support objectives of Dubai's Creative Economy Strategy, and Dubai Social Agenda 33
Stimulate the arts sector and drive its growth Initiatives Youth-focused programmes
Strategic partnerships with community organisations
Educational opportunities for emerging talent
Preserve and promote the region's living musical heritage on a global stage
The report also added that '50% of the Dubai Orchestra members will be Emirati talent by 2033.'
We can't wait to see the fruit of this amazing initiative, and we are sure we will learn more in the next coming months. Stay tuned!
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