Grand Concert In Honour Of Royal Birthday
By Lyna Mohammad

Bandar Seri Begawan - His Majesty the Sultan and Yang DiPertuan ofNegara Brunei Darussalam and Her Majesty Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha last night graced the "Konsert Muhibbah DiRaja" with their presence at the Jerudong Amphitheater.

His Majesty was greeted by Minister of Home Affairs, Pehin Orang Kaya Johan Pahlawan Dato Paduka Hj Awg Adanan upon arrival. The royal concert was organised in honour of the Royal birthday.

Accompanying His Majesty and Her Majesty were HRH Prince Haji AlMuhtadee Billah, The Crown Prince and the Senior Minister, HRH Paduka Seri Pengiran Anak Isteri Pengiran Anak Sarah, HRH Prince Mohamed Bolkiah and HRH Pg Anak Isteri Pg Anak Hjh Zariah, HRH Prince 'Abdul Azim, HRH Prince 'Abdul Malik, HRH Prince 'Abdul Mateen and other members of the royal family.

The royal concert began with a performance by a choir group from SMJA as well artistes of RTB and RTM followed by a "Zapin Sirih Pinang Pembuka Kata". As dinner was served a line up of local and Malaysian artistes performed, amongst them Malaysian singer Khatijah Ibrahim and Ramli Sarip, who still awed the audience with their songs.

Other Malaysian artistes included Ezlynn, Francisca Peter, Vince, Nassier Wahab, Ramli Sarip, Zamani and Siti Nurhaliza. Local artistes meanwhile comprised veteran S. Ros, Hans, Raezah, Ak Yusri, Faiz, Dk Sabariah, Dk Moniri, Putri Norizah, Zul F and Fairuzneezan.

Also present at the grand evening was the 'Gerak Budaya' of Brunei Shell Petroleum performing the 'Nada Panca Warna' dance. Prior to leaving the Amphitheater, His Majesty and Her Majesty received 'Junjung Ziarah' and watched an awesome fireworks display that brought the evening's events to a close.

The royal concert this year was presented as one of the main highlights that was very much awaited during His Majesty's birthday celebrations showcasing strong ties between Brunei Darussalam and Malaysia. RTB and RTM played a prominent role in presenting the song and dance performances. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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