Nabeel Hayek is an acclaimed pianist and the First Prize laureate of the 23rd José Iturbi International Piano Competition in València, Spain. His distinguished career includes solo performances with major Israeli orchestras and international recitals across Europe, Asia, and the United States.
As a soloist, Nabeel has appeared with the Orquestra de València, Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra, Israel Chamber Orchestra, Israel Symphony Orchestra – Rishon Lezion, and the Galilee Chamber Orchestra. He has been an active participant in prestigious festivals such as the Bowdoin International Music Festival and the Lieven Piano Foundation in Vienna. Beyond his solo endeavors, Nabeel is a dedicated chamber musician, collaborative pianist, and educator. As a Christian Arab citizen of Israel, he strives to bridge the gap between his community and the world of classical music.
Nabeel began his piano studies at the Polyphony Conservatory in Nazareth. He holds degrees from the Buchmann-Mehta School of Music, Tel Aviv University, and The Juilliard School, where he is currently pursuing his Doctorate of Musical Arts.