ALULA — The Saudi Music Commission will stage the 10th edition of the “Marvels of Saudi Orchestra” in AlUla from Jan. 22 to 23, bringing together 107 Saudi musicians and performers to spotlight the Kingdom’s rich cultural and musical heritage.

Organized by the Saudi Music Commission, one of 11 sector-specific commissions under the Ministry of Culture, the concert will be held at the Maraya Concert Hall in Wadi Ashar and performed by the Saudi National Orchestra and Choir.

The production will showcase Saudi Arabia’s artistic diversity through traditional melodies presented with a modern interpretation, featuring a wide range of musical instruments and performance styles drawn from regions across the Kingdom.

The “Marvels of Saudi Orchestra” has previously toured major global cities, including Paris, Mexico City, New York, London, Tokyo and Sydney, presenting Saudi musical heritage through collaborative performances tailored to international audiences.

Paul Pacifico, CEO of the Saudi Music Commission, said the concert reflects music’s role as a universal language and a key expression of cultural identity.

“Through the ‘Marvels of Saudi Orchestra’ concert we are sharing and celebrating the diversity of Saudi musical heritage with audiences, combining tradition with modernity, through performance at a remarkable venue in AlUla,” he said.

Maraya Concert Hall, a cultural landmark in AlUla, is known for its mirrored façade composed of more than 9,700 glass panels that blend the structure into its natural surroundings.

The venue has previously hosted international and Arab artists, including Alicia Keys, Andrea Bocelli and Mohammed Abdu. — SG