HarfouchsConcerto for Peacebuilds on this legacy, offering a more intricate, cross-cultural response to modern conflicts.

Music is the one language we all understand, Harfouch has said.

It speaks to our shared humanity, no matter where we come from or what we believe.

Omar Harfouch and the Vatican Celebrate the Power of Musical Activism

Omar Harfouch performing his Concerto for Peace accompanying his symphonic orchestra and chorale, facilitated by [front row L-R] Monsignor Guy-Real Thivierge, Monsignor Vincenzo Zani, Prefect of the Vatican Apostolic Library and ambassador Pierre-Jean Gire.Daniel Topic

I greet him warmly and express my sincere thanks.

This sentiment echoes Yo-Yo Mas belief that music builds bridges, not walls.

Harfouchs work calls on the world to envision a better future.

Peace begins with each of us, Harfouch has said.