Omar HARFOUCH

Pianist & Composer

Omar Harfouch

About Harfouch

Omar Harfouch is a pianist-composer and businessman born in Tripoli, Lebanon. He studied piano in the Soviet Union, a country in which he also trained in diplomacy.

Omar Harfouch remains very attached to Lebanon. He is particularly involved in two major issues: the environment and the fight against corruption. Between 2018 and 2019, he organized several events in France and Lebanon to improve consideration of the environment in Lebanon and respond, in particular, to the waste crisis that threatened the city of Tripoli. 4 August 30, 2018 , he organized a meeting between French senators mobilized in this file and President Michel Aoun.33

Omar Harfouch virtuoso pianist in Béziers for his
"Concerto for Peace"

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Distinguished pianist and composer, businessman Omar Harfouch performed the world premiere of his new creation “Concerto for Peace” this Wednesday March 6 in Béziers. On stage in addition to the city’s symphony orchestra, the brilliant musician was also accompanied by the famous violinist Anne Gravoin. A magical moment that literally captivated the spectators!

Omar Harfouch readily stands out for his brilliant versatility. A daily businessman – new owner of Entrevue magazine – he is also a virtuoso pianist. Humanist and committed, Yulia Lobova’s husband does not hesitate to be on the front line to defend causes that are particularly close to his heart. So this Wednesday, March 6 at the Municipal Theater of Béziers, the musician who is also a composer once again distinguished himself on stage and in music. The opportunity for him to reveal to music lovers his new creation “Concerto for Peace” which he imagined with maestro Houtaf Khoury as reported by Le Figaro.

In front of an audience captivated by his art, Omar Harfouch was able to brilliantly lead them into a whirlwind of emotions under the direction of Mathieu Bonin. Accompanied by Béziers Méditerranée, the city’s symphony orchestra made up of 45 musicians, the latter combined its intoxicating notes with those of the famous violinist Anne Gravoin. The very talented soloist Michaël Seigle also attended the event.

New artistic success for Omar Harfouch
Time seemed to stand still in the auditorium, which is a large place steeped in history. And for good reason, it is one of the oldest Italian-style theaters in France, as noted by our colleagues at Entrevue. At the end of their sumptuous performance, Omar Harfouch and his partners were rightfully entitled to a royal standing ovation which lasted more than ten minutes.

Before performing his new work, Omar Harfouch gave a very moving speech in which he recalled his difficult childhood in Tripoli, in a context marked by war and declared: “Why ‘Concerto for Peace’? I was born in Lebanon in the city of Tripoli. Throughout my childhood and adolescence, I saw only the civil war that ravaged my home country. I survived thanks to the piano. It was my refuge and saved my life. So it was natural for me to write for peace and tell the story that only peace can save our children and our grandchildren, and nothing else.”

Omar Harfouch also added: “In front of you is an orchestra that includes 45 musicians, and I have not asked them, not once, where they came from or what their religion or political affiliation was. . All that mattered to us during our training days was to play in harmony, to play with transparency, to play in tune and with our heart, because all that mattered was to play together and to give hope to others (…).” A wonderful speech that left no one in the room indifferent.

To the delight of music lovers, the businessman will continue his tour around the world to spread this beautiful message of love and peace. Particularly in the Spanish parliament and the Vatican. Unsurprisingly, many public figures often come to attend these exceptional shows, as our slideshow demonstrates. “Only music can transmit peace, and only music can change history,” Omar Harfouch declared to the spectators. Upcoming symbolic meetings not to be missed!

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Concert at the European Commission, Brussels

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Experience a night of music and unity at the European Commission with Omar Harfouch’s latest composition, ‘Save one life, you save humanity.’ Witness a historic performance in Brussels where music calls for world peace on the eve of a pivotal European summit. Omar Harfouch, alongside an international orchestra, presents a symphony that challenges and inspires, urging political leaders and attendees alike towards a commitment to save lives. Discover the power of music in fostering cultural integration and peace, in an event that marks a first for classical music within the walls of the European Commission

Omar Harfouch readily stands out for his brilliant versatility. A daily businessman – new owner of Entrevue magazine – he is also a virtuoso pianist. Humanist and committed, Yulia Lobova’s husband does not hesitate to be on the front line to defend causes that are particularly close to his heart. So this Wednesday, March 6 at the Municipal Theater of Béziers, the musician who is also a composer once again distinguished himself on stage and in music. The opportunity for him to reveal to music lovers his new creation “Concerto for Peace” which he imagined with maestro Houtaf Khoury as reported by Le Figaro.

In front of an audience captivated by his art, Omar Harfouch was able to brilliantly lead them into a whirlwind of emotions under the direction of Mathieu Bonin. Accompanied by Béziers Méditerranée, the city’s symphony orchestra made up of 45 musicians, the latter combined its intoxicating notes with those of the famous violinist Anne Gravoin. The very talented soloist Michaël Seigle also attended the event.

New artistic success for Omar Harfouch
Time seemed to stand still in the auditorium, which is a large place steeped in history. And for good reason, it is one of the oldest Italian-style theaters in France, as noted by our colleagues at Entrevue. At the end of their sumptuous performance, Omar Harfouch and his partners were rightfully entitled to a royal standing ovation which lasted more than ten minutes.

Before performing his new work, Omar Harfouch gave a very moving speech in which he recalled his difficult childhood in Tripoli, in a context marked by war and declared: “Why ‘Concerto for Peace’? I was born in Lebanon in the city of Tripoli. Throughout my childhood and adolescence, I saw only the civil war that ravaged my home country. I survived thanks to the piano. It was my refuge and saved my life. So it was natural for me to write for peace and tell the story that only peace can save our children and our grandchildren, and nothing else.”

Omar Harfouch also added: “In front of you is an orchestra that includes 45 musicians, and I have not asked them, not once, where they came from or what their religion or political affiliation was. . All that mattered to us during our training days was to play in harmony, to play with transparency, to play in tune and with our heart, because all that mattered was to play together and to give hope to others (…).” A wonderful speech that left no one in the room indifferent.

To the delight of music lovers, the businessman will continue his tour around the world to spread this beautiful message of love and peace. Particularly in the Spanish parliament and the Vatican. Unsurprisingly, many public figures often come to attend these exceptional shows, as our slideshow demonstrates. “Only music can transmit peace, and only music can change history,” Omar Harfouch declared to the spectators. Upcoming symbolic meetings not to be missed!

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Beyrouth, ne meurs pas - Beirut, don’t die

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Beyrouth, ne meurs pas — Beirut, don’t die — بيروت لا تموتي

Concert au Sénat Français (4/9/2020)

Morceau pour Piano composé et joué par Omar Harfouch . Pianiste et compositeur Libanais avec un parcours atypique . Très impliqué dans la société civile, a joué au Quai d’Orsay , au Louvre Abu Dhabi , au Grand Sérail ( Palais des sultans Ottomans jadis et actuellement le siège des chefs du gouvernement) à Beyrouth etc

Cette composition spéciale en homage à l’explosion de Beyrouth a déjà retenu l’attention des médias dont la première a eu lieu au Sénat Français sous le haut patronage du Président Gerard Larcher le 4 Septembre 2020, un mois après la tragédie jour pour jour .

A l’occasion de ce concert, organisé en partenariat avec Euronews, Omar Harfouch, né au Liban et résidant en France, a dévoilé : “Beyrouth, ne meurs pas”.

“J’ai vécu la guerre civile au Liban. Je n’ai jamais eu le sentiment que le Liban était en train de mourir. Mais cette explosion a eu pour effet non pas seulement des dégâts humains, mais elle a aussi détruit les musées, l’art. Quand j’ai compris l’étendue des dégats et que c’est la culture qui a été touchée, j’ai comrpis que l’âme de Beyrouth avait été touchée et qu’elle risquait de mourir”, dit-il.

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Les 40 Fantastiques - جبال الاربعين

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Composed and orchestrated by Omar Harfouch

Video directed and edited by Hadi Hajar Photography

Location Grand Serail Beirut القصر الحكومي – بيروت

Musicians

Omar Harfouch (piano)
Anna Bondarenko (violin)
Youssef El Boukayli (electric guitar)
Elian Sarkissian (percussion)
Taha Ghemrawi (percussion)
Bilal Baharakii (saxophone)
Rami Hanna (classical guitar)
Taym El Kerdy (classical guitar)

Decoration by Okajian
Sound and light by @SHOCK

Additional cinematography
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Firas Al Ali

Camera assistant
Batool Jacob
Abdel Salam Baltaji

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YES

Yes, to building a homeland for all without sectarian discrimination
Yes, to remove sectarian barriers between neighborhoods
Yes to human rights to live in peace and without fear.
Yes, to a parliament with new national faces
Yes, Lebanon has a prosperous civilization
Yes to electricity and the Internet

Omar Harfouch
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From The Press

لبناء وطن للجميع بدون تفرقة مذهبية

كتب صاحب مبادرة إستعادة الأموال المنهوبة بمساعدة الإتحاد الأوروبي والمرشح النيابي المحتمل عمر حرفوش على صفحته عبر "فيسبوك"، "الخطاب مذهبي والتجييش مذهبي والاستنفار مذهبي والاحتقان مذهبي والقنص مذهبي والتسلح مذهبي والمؤامرة مذهبية والتظاهر مذهبي والمناطق مذهبية وقصر العدل مذهبي والعدالة مذهبية والقانون مذهبي والانتخابات مذهبية والمحاصصة مذهبية والتدخل الخارجي مذهبي والاهمال مذهبي والفساد مذهبي والاموات مذهبيين والآخرة مذهبية، وانفجار المرفأ مذهبي". المصدر: الديار

إنجاز أوروبي لـ عمر حرفوش لـ حماية المرأة من التحرّش

كتب صاحب مبادرة إستعادة الأموال المنهوبة بمساعدة الإتحاد الأوروبي والمرشح النيابي المحتمل عمر حرفوش على صفحته عبر "فيسبوك"، "نجحت أمس في تنظيم أول مؤتمر لمناهضة عنف المرأة في بمجلس الشيوخ الفرنسي بمشاركة نحو 15 عارضة أزياء سابقة من جميع أنحاء العالم". المصدر: رصد موقع ليبانون ديبايت