"Gathering of Harmony Through Music" - Event by Music Against Prejudice, Provocation, and Sectarianism
Solingen, Germany - The Evangelical Church in Solingen is set to host a concert titled "Concert of Encounter" at Stadtkirche Mitte on Fronhof on Sunday, September 1, at 5:00 PM. The concert is a response to a recent attack on Solingen's city festival and aims to set a counterpoint to the divisive effects of the attack.
The renowned pianist, Aeham Ahmad, will headline the concert. Ahmad, born in Syria, studied piano in Damascus and Homs, and has lived in Germany since 2015. He gained worldwide fame during the Syrian civil war for his impromptu performances on a piano in a bombed-out building in Syria.
Ahmad's performances often aim to counter hatred, incitement, and division. This concert will be no exception, as he joins forces with other artists from Solingen and beyond to create a harmonious event.
Stephanie Schlüter, the cantor of the Evangelical Church in Solingen, organized the concert at short notice. Other performers include Petra Berghaus, Reinhard Finke, Saher Redur, Stephanie Schlüter, Sinja Waldmann, Erwin Paech, Sascha Jori, Klangvoll, and many others.
Admission to the concert is free, making it an accessible event for everyone in the community. The concert takes place at Stadtkirche Mitte, Kirchplatz 14, 42651 Solingen.
Ahmad has performed in Solingen several times before, and his performances have always been met with great acclaim. This concert promises to be no exception, as it brings together music and community to promote peace and understanding.
The "Concert of Encounter" in the Stadtkirche Mitte in Solingen will take place in 2024, although the exact date was not specified when this article was written. Regardless of the date, it is clear that this concert will be a significant event in Solingen's cultural calendar.
