11/5: Music for the Ballet
Many of the most formidable pieces of the last hundred years have been dedicated to ballet or modern dance. Latin American music is not the exception. Fiesta will present some of the most beloved, magical and dramatic Latin American works for dance.
11/12: Venezuelan Composer Antonio Estevez
Antonio Estévez was a Venezuelan composer and conductor. He is the author of the “Cantata Criolla”, the most famous work of nationalistic Venezuelan music and the most frequently performed composer of his country. We will also hear some hidden gems of this great composer.
11/19: Mauricio Zyman: Mexican Composer
Mauricio Zyman is a living Mexican composer that has been composing in the US for several decades. He has earned many prominent awards, and he has been affiliated with institutions such a Juilliard and Vanderbilt University. A specialist with flute and cello music, we will share chamber as well as orchestral music by this master.
11/26: Guitar Music From Brazil and Cuba
Brazil and Cuba are two of the powerhouses of Latin American music, in part due to the strong African roots of their music. Fiesta presents a selection of guitar music highlighting these African roots from both countries.