Byblos
International Festival - Program 2012
Monday
25 June - Slash
With his top hat, his ferocious riffs and his searing
solos, Slash is the ultimate guitar hero and one
of the most iconic figures of the last 25 years.
The greatest living guitar player according to Time
Magazine, Slash's has inspired generations of musicians.
Coming to Byblos with a full band featuring Myles
Kennedy on vocals, this rock legend will be performing
songs from his latest solo release as well as some
the biggest hits of his two previous bands: Velvet
Revolver and Guns N' Roses ("Sweet Child O'
Mine", "Paradise City"...).
An explosive opening night of dazzling virtuosity
and feeling.
Ticket
prices
Standing: Regular 90 000 LBP, Golden Circle 150
000 LBP
Seated: Zone D 75 000 LBP, Zone C 112 500 LBP, Zone
B 150 000 LBP
Wednesday
4 July - Julien Clerc
Julien
Clerc first shot to fame more than 40 years ago
and still enjoys huge popularity to this day. This
youthful and elegant-looking 60-something will be
in Byblos to perform all of his greatest hits ("Ma
préférence", "Femmes, je
vous aime", "Ce n’est rien"...),
as well as his latest songs, arranged specifically
to be accompanied by members of the Lebanese Philharmonic
Orchestra led by Stephan Gaubert.
Ticket
prices
All seated: 60 000 LBP, 90 000 LBP, 120 000 LBP,
150 000 LBP
Thursday
5 July - B.B. King
For
over 6 decades, B.B. King has defined the blues
for a worldwide audience. This living legend has
released over 60 albums, won 15 Grammy Awards and
been inducted into both the Blues Foundation Hall
of Fame and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The
"King of the Blues" continues to bring
his music to audiences around the globe with his
beloved guitar, "Lucille". His concert
in Byblos will be a once in a lifetime opportunity
to hear his amazing voice and instantly recognizable
guitar style.
Ticket
prices
All seated: 75 000 LBP, 112 500 LBP, 150 000 LBP,
187 500 LBP, 225 000 LBP
Wednesday
11 July - UTE Lemper
Ute
Lemper is the quintessential Femme Fatale. Universally
praised for her interpretations of cabaret songs,
the German diva's latest show - Ultimo Tango - is
a homage to Astor Piazzolla. In this unique collaboration
with virtuoso musicians from Buenos Aires, this
multi -talented singer embraces the passion of Argentinian
culture and makes this vibrant repertoire her own.
Her magnetic stage presence will mesmerize her Lebanese
audience!
Ticket
prices
All seated: 60 000 LBP, 90 000 LBP, 120 000 LBP,
150 000 LBP
Saturday
14 July - Kadim Al Sahir
Celebrated
as “ The Caesar of Arabic Music”, Kadim Al Sahir
is one of the most succesful singers in the Arab
World. Having sold over 100 million albums worldwide,
he's also a talented author and composer in his
own right. Live in concert, he holds the audience
in the palm of his hand. This sophisticated and
elegant crooner will offer his fans an evening of
poetry and romance underneath the starry sky.
Ticket
prices
All seated: 60 000 LBP, 105 000 LBP, 150 000 LBP,
225 000 LBP
Tuesday
17 July - Snow Patrol
Watch
out Lebanon, a snowstorm is heading your way this
summer! After playing the biggest European festivals,
one of the world's most successful rock bands, Snow
Patrol, will be in Byblos on July 17 for a mind-blowing
night. They're behind some of the last decade's
defining singles ("Run", "Just Say
Yes", "Chasing Cars"...) and have
just returned with a new album that includes, so
far, 2 of this year's hottest songs ("Called
Out In The Dark", "In The End").
This concert will be nothing short than epic!
Ticket
prices
Standing: Regular 90 000 LBP, Golden Circle 150
000 LBP
Seated: Zone D 75 000 LBP, Zone C 112 500 LBP, Zone
B 150 000 LBP
Wednesday
25 July - Tinariwen
Winners
of the 2012 Best World Music Grammy Award, Tinariwen
are a truly spellbinding live act. They've built
up an international following for their catchy fusion
of desert blues with the styles of the Tuareg people
of the Sahara. Even if you don't speak their language,
the mysticism and the power of their message will
translate through their hypnotic beats and grooves:
you'll be dancing the night away.
Ticket
prices
Standing: 60 000 LBP; Seated: 60 000 LBP, 90 000
LBP
For
more information
Unesco Square Jbeil-Byblos, Lebanon
info@byblosfestival.org
Phone: [+961 9] 54 20 20
Mobile: [+961 3] 538 536
Fax: [+961 9] 54 30 30
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