Austrian Jazz Ensemble Enthrals Karachi Audience at Arts Council

The Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi, in collaboration with the Embassy of Austria, hosted an Austrian jazz ensemble at Studio II, offering music lovers an evening of international jazz as part of the World Culture Festival Karachi 2026 series.
Renowned Austrian musicians Robert Pawlik and Michaela Rabitsch led the performance, showcasing their musical artistry and bringing a distinctive Austrian jazz experience to the Karachi audience.
The duo was joined by Waqas Gulab and Zeeshan Pervaiz, who performed alongside the visiting musicians.
The event attracted a large number of jazz enthusiasts as well as members of the diplomatic community. Among the guests were Dr Jörg Martin Schumacher, Director of Goethe-Institut Pakistan Karachi, and the consuls general of Japan, Korea and Italy.
During the performance, guitarist Robert Pawlik and trumpeter Michaela Rabitsch presented a selection of jazz melodies, earning enthusiastic applause from the audience.
Arts Council President Ahmed Shah welcomed the Austrian artists, diplomats and other participants, expressing appreciation for the opportunity to host international musicians in Karachi.
“Today, we had the opportunity to listen to Austrian jazz musicians. I warmly welcome the Austrian artists, the diplomats present here and all the participants,” he said.
Shah also announced that the third edition of the World Culture Festival would begin at the Arts Council on October 29.
The month-long festival will bring together musicians, actors, dancers and visual artists from different parts of the world, offering Karachi audiences an opportunity to experience diverse cultures and artistic traditions under one roof.