Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Although just 17 years old, Mariam Abouzahra, who is half Hungarian and half Egyptian, is already making her mark on the international classical music scene. Raised in a family of musicians and shaped by various cultural influences, the Vienna-based violinist brings a unique voice and energy to every performance.
Abouzahra's journey is as extraordinary as her talent. She toured as a child with her parents, who are both pianists, and went on to perform at historic events such as the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo. In 2026, she was honored with the prestigious Discovery Award at the International Classical Music Awards; a milestone that confirms her status as one of the most groundbreaking young artists of her generation.
This video is the winners' concert gala at the International Classical Music Awards, where Abouzahra joined the renowned Bamberg Symphony under conductor Jakub Hrůša to present the Hungarian-inspired 3rd movement from Brahms' Violin Concerto — a piece that reflects both her musical roots and expressive strength. Watch her full performance here: youtube.com/live/wrQrvWEFJq8 starting at 1:10:02.
Follow her story as a rising star whose passion, heritage and artistry are shaping the future of classical music.
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Although just 17 years old, Mariam Abouzahra, who is half Hungarian and half Egyptian, is already making her mark on the international classical music scene. Raised in a family of musicians and shaped by various cultural influences, the Vienna-based violinist brings a unique voice and energy to every performance.
Abouzahra's journey is as extraordinary as her talent. She toured as a child with her parents, who are both pianists, and went on to perform at historic events such as the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo. In 2026, she was honored with the prestigious Discovery Award at the International Classical Music Awards; a milestone that confirms her status as one of the most groundbreaking young artists of her generation.
This video is the winners' concert gala at the International Classical Music Awards, where Abouzahra joined the renowned Bamberg Symphony under conductor Jakub Hrůša to present the Hungarian-inspired 3rd movement from Brahms' Violin Concerto — a piece that reflects both her musical roots and expressive strength. Watch her full performance here: youtube.com/live/wrQrvWEFJq8 starting at 1:10:02.
Follow her story as a rising star whose passion, heritage and artistry are shaping the future of classical music.
Subscribe to DW Classical Music: youtube.com/dwclassicalmusic
#shortsvideo #shortsyoutube #shortsyoutubevideo #shorts #shortvideo #shortvideos #shortfeed #classicalmusic #shortsyoutube #brahms #violinconcerto #prodigy
