World renowned pianist Jon Batiste
to perform at Saudi Arabia's AlUla this year
World-renowned pianist Jon Batiste
is set to make his Saudi Arabian debut this November, performing in the
breathtaking setting of Hegra, the UNESCO World Heritage Site in AlUla, as part
of the Hegra Candlelit Classics concert series.
Taking place on Friday, November 21,
the event will be an unforgettable night of music beneath starlit skies,
surrounded by thousands of flickering candles.
A
magical setting meets world-class music
Known for blending jazz, soul, and
storytelling, Batiste, a seven-time Grammy winner, will bring his visionary
artistry to one of the Kingdom’s most iconic cultural landmarks. This marks his
first-ever performance in Saudi Arabia.
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Joining him on stage is Marilyne
Naaman, the acclaimed Lebanese vocalist celebrated for her powerful voice and
fusion of Arabic melodies with modern pop. The duo promises to deliver an
emotionally rich and immersive musical experience.
Who
is Jon Batiste?
While some may recognize him as the
longtime bandleader for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015–2022),
Batiste’s achievements span far beyond television. A Juilliard-trained
multi-instrumentalist and composer, he has collaborated with legends such as Stevie
Wonder, Prince, Alicia Keys, and Lana Del Rey.
He won an Academy Award, BAFTA, and Golden
Globe for his original score of Disney-Pixar’s Soul (2020), further
solidifying his status as one of today’s most dynamic musical voices.
Full
line-up: Two nights of candlelit performances
The Hegra Candlelit Classics series
begins on Thursday, November 20, with a powerful collaboration between:
- Yoshiki, the legendary Japanese musician known for
fusing classical and rock
- Ibrahim Maalouf, the Grammy-nominated Franco-Lebanese
trumpeter
Followed by:
- Jon Batiste and Marilyne Naaman on Friday, November 21
Both concerts take place from 6:30
PM to 11:30 PM at the awe-inspiring Hegra site.
Ticket
information
- Gold Ticket: SAR 420
- VIP Ticket: SAR 630
- Tickets are available now via the Experience AlUla
website.
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Event
details
- Event: Hegra Candlelit Classics
- Location: Hegra, AlUla
- Dates:
- Thursday, November 20: Yoshiki & Ibrahim Maalouf
- Friday, November 21: Jon Batiste & Marilyne Naaman
- Time: 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM
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