Beirut – Performing before a packed audience at Beirut Holidays, internationally acclaimed Lebanese-French trumpeter, composer, and performer Ibrahim Maalouf delivered far more than a concert—he offered a heartfelt declaration of love to Lebanon through an evening filled with music, emotion, and celebration.
Throughout the performance, Maalouf captivated the audience with his signature musical style, blending virtuosity, emotion, and influences from diverse musical traditions. Demonstrating his commitment to nurturing the next generation of musicians, he welcomed several students from the Lebanese National Higher Conservatory of Music to join him on stage for a special trumpet performance, creating one of the evening’s most memorable moments.
The concert also featured a touching family scene as Maalouf invited his two children on stage, sharing an intimate and emotional moment with the audience. Among those in attendance were his wife, acclaimed singer Hiba Tawaji, and renowned composer Oussama Rahbani.
On the occasion of the concert, Maalouf reaffirmed his deep attachment to Lebanon, highlighting his passion for artistic risk-taking, his multicultural identity, and his commitment to creating meaningful musical projects, including upcoming collaborations with Hiba Tawaji.
For this year’s Beirut Holidays, Maalouf chose to present an ambitious and unconventional musical program, moving away from predictable formulas in favor of a bold artistic vision. His performance reflected his belief in music as a space for freedom, authenticity, and creative exploration.
The evening once again affirmed Ibrahim Maalouf’s unique place on the international music scene while underscoring the role of Beirut Holidays as a leading cultural platform that brings world-class artists together with Lebanese audiences.