USA accordionist Cory Pesaturo had the honor to be Guest Artist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia before an audience of some 7,000 in the Abu Bakir Salim Theater, for a concert televised to tens of millions across the Arab World. The concert was performing the music of Egyptian composer Riad Al Sunbati (1906-1981) conducted by Hany Farahat.

Cory said, “The Egyptians created the event, the Saudis organized the event, the Ukrainian Brass section and other countries musicians were all just A+ to work with.  One of the other soloists to be brought in was Andrea Bocelli and Chris Botti’s violinist Caroline Campbell, and classical guitarist from Kosovo, Petrit Ceku. 

Pesaturo was enthralled by Saudi Arabian Conductor Hany Farahat who “Is truly is in my Top 5 favorite people I’ve ever worked with in the music world. It was heartfelt to know that all of these Arab cultures were both so incredibly welcoming to me, and thoroughly enjoyed my outgoing personality haha. May our cultures keep using the Wonders of Music to join hands in Peace & Laughter for all.”

For further information: cory.pesaturo@gmail.com