The Canadian University- Dubai has hosted a performance by the UAE Philharmonic Orchestra and Dubai Ensemble, the UAE’s first choir for Children of Determination.

The concert was the choir’s first appearance accompanied by the UAE Philharmonic Orchestra and was staged to provide the children of determination with the opportunity to showcase their talents, teach them about teamwork and perseverance as well as allowing those with a special talent to learn about vocal training, musical movement as well as introduce them to the beauty of classical music.

The evening saw the UAE Philharmonic Orchestra led by Ms. Aveline Bouqet and the Ensemble Choir led by Rivaan Mager join musical talent and passion in an unparalleled performance.

The choir was comprised of students with special needs from several special education centres from across the UAE who sang to an audience of over 150 including parents, teachers, students, friends, and family. The Orchestra and Choir showcased Bethhoven’s Symphony No 5, as well as Gershwin and other notable classical musicians and both the Orchestra and Choir were rewarded with several standing ovations throughout the evening for their incredible performances