Held on the 19th and 20th of October at Bishop’s College Auditorium, this event highlighted the Bank’s deep-rooted commitment to nurturing Sri Lankan heritage and fostering unity through artistic expression.
As the first-ever trilingual orchestra performance in the country, it demonstrates the Bank’s dedication to bringing diverse cultural experiences to the forefront.
Sponsoring such a pioneering event emphasises Sampath Bank’s vision to integrate arts and culture into the community, further enriching its commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.
This initiative falls under the social category, where the Bank seeks to contribute meaningfully to the growth and sustainability of Sri Lankan culture.
Tharaka Ranwala, Senior Deputy General Manager of Marketing, Customer Care and Card Centre at Sampath Bank, shared the Bank’s pride in sponsoring this milestone event,
“At Sampath Bank, we are deeply invested in Sri Lanka’s cultural journey. Sponsoring this trilingual concert goes beyond supporting a single event, it signifies our commitment to embracing and celebrating the rich diversity of our nation.
Through the arts, we aim to unite communities and foster a deeper connection to our heritage.
This is just one of many initiatives that reflect our ongoing dedication to promoting cultural development and inclusivity.”
A guest from Sampath Bank's Matara branch reflected on the experience, saying,
“I felt genuinely valued and appreciated as a guest of Sampath Bank at this extraordinary event.
Being invited to witness the Symphony Orchestra of Sri Lanka’s first trilingual concert was truly special, and I could see the Bank’s commitment in every detail.
From the seamless arrangements to the personal touches, Sampath Bank went above and beyond to ensure we experienced the concert in the best way possible.”
A guest from Sampath Bank’s Platinum branch expressed their appreciation, saying,
“Sampath Bank’s sponsorship of this pioneering trilingual orchestra concert was significant, and it highlighted the importance of unity across our diverse cultures.
Bringing Sinhala, Tamil, and English traditions together in a single performance truly captured the essence of who we are as one people.
I am thankful to be part of a bank that values cultural harmony and actively fosters community building.”
Through efforts like these, Sampath Bank reaffirms its dedication to creating exclusive and enriching customer experiences while strengthening its ties to the community.