Composer

Márquez Ortiz Falla Ravel

Gasteig HP8

TSO: : Fall Concert

Tempe Center for the Arts

Join us inside the heated tent at Beacon Park in Downtown Detroit for a special edition rebroadcast of Live from Orchestra Hall! Beacon Park will be lit up for the holidays, providing a beautiful backdrop for your holiday festivities. Holiday-themed drinks and snacks will be available for purchase.

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Live from Orchestra Hall at Beacon Park

Beacon Park

Guerrero’s Return: A Hero’s Life

Shermerhorn Symphony Center

Beethoven and Blue Jeans

Robinson Center

Camellia Symphony Orchestra: Rivers of Memory

C.K. McClatchy High School

Celebrates Día de los Muertos with the Phoenix Symphony and Emmy-winning actor and Broadway star Mauricio Martínez as host and vocalist. Enjoy traditional Mexican folk tunes, Juan Pablo Contreras’ Alma Monarca, Coco suite, and Arturo Márquez’s Danzón No. 2, in a vibrant tribute to life and remembrance.

Celebrating Día de los Muertos starring Mauricio Martínez

Phoenix Convention Center

Celebrate Día de Muertos with the Oklahoma Chamber Symphony in a night filled with vibrant rhythms, colorful melodies, and music that honors life, memory, and tradition.

Orchestra Concert 2 - Day of the Dead

First Church OKC

The Göppingen Youth Symphony Orchestra is one of the ensembles offered by the Göppingen Municipal Youth Music School. It has won prizes in numerous competitions and is regularly invited to take part in international festivals. At the IX New York International Music Festival in Carnegie Hall, the Göppingen Youth Orchestra was awarded the gold medal. The ensemble has been featured on radio and television on numerous occasions. The conductor has been Martin Gunkel, City Music Director since 1989. The ensemble aims to promote children and young people's musical development and offer them the opportunity to play sophisticated orchestral music through the development of traditional and modern orchestral works. Furthermore, national prizewinners of the "Jugend musiziert" competition are given the opportunity to perform as soloists in concerts. Concert tours and international youth exchanges have taken the Göppingen Youth Symphony Orchestra to Spain, France, Norway, Hungary, Austria, Italy, Latvia, Great Britain, and the USA on numerous occasions.

Göppingen Youth Symphony Orchestra

Mozarteum Foundation

Ignite

Washington Center for the Performing Arts

Music of Renewal

Kilburn Mill Event Center

The Fiato Quartet, winner of the 2022 Beverly Hills National Auditions, was formed in 2008. Its members are Carrie Kennedy and Joel Pargman, violins, Aaron Oltman, viola and Ryan Sweeney, cello. They hold degrees in music performance from the USC, Rice University, Northwestern University, and the State University of New York at Stony Brook. They each have active concert careers throughout Southern California as members of the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Pasadena Symphony, Long Beach Symphony, New West Symphony, and Musica Angelica Baroque Orchestra. As studio musicians in Los Angeles, they record for motion pictures, television and records.

Fiato Quartet

Los Angeles Harbor College

Pacific Unitarian Church

Get ready for an amazing concert with guest conductor Lina Gonzalez-Granados and cello player Santiago Canon Valencia. The Grand Rapids Symphony presents, Dvořák and the Americas.

Dvořák and the Americas

DeVos Performance Hall

Experience a vibrant journey through modern energy, soulful tradition, and timeless myth. Jessie Montgomery’s Starburst shimmers with cosmic energy, followed by Arturo Márquez’s “Mystical and Profane” concerto featuring acclaimed Spanish guitarist Pablo Sainz-Villegas. Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade weaves the magical tales of One Thousand and One Nights, with lush melodies and dazzling orchestration.

Shelley Conducts Scheherazade

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Piano Trio

First Presbyterian Church of Lansing

Internationally renowned Spanish guitarist Pablo Sainz-Villegas joins the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra to share his passion for classical guitar with his fellow countryman, Maestro José-Luis Novo. This performance offers a rare opportunity to experience the brilliance of two Spanish-born artists in one unforgettable evening. Contemporary Mexican composer Arturo Márquez’s new guitar concerto, written specifically for Sainz-Villegas himself and subtitled “Mystical and Profane,” is a virtuosic and emotional work that won’t disappoint.

A New World

Maryland Hall

Now in its 48th season and led by Conductor Douglas Akey, the TSO presents four captivating concerts each year at Tempe Center for the Arts—showcasing a vibrant mix of classical favorites, modern works, and local talent.

Tempe Symphony Orchestra: Fall Concert

Rio Salado Park

Experience an unforgettable evening of passion and drama with music director candidate Ryan Tani.

The Search Ryan Tani

Mansfield Theater

Celebrate the richness and passion of Hispanic culture with an exhilarating evening of Spanish and Latin American music.

Hispanic Heritage Celebration Concert

Herbert & Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center

The “preternaturally gifted” (The New York Times) Yuja Wang joins Yannick and the Orchestra, performing Ravel’s dashing Concerto in G major as the spectacular centerpiece in a sparkling season opener.

2025–26 Season Opening Night

Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

Let's celebrate the musical diversity of the Americas together on September 21 with an event full of incredible rhythms and melodies!

Music of the Americas

Fiesta de la Musica: A Hispanic Celebration

Julie Rogers Theatre

The Antwerp Symphony Orchestra bids farewell to summer with a vibrant open-air concert on Sint-Jansplein. Under the baton of Romanian conductor Gabriel Bebeșelea, the orchestra ignites the evening with spirited works by Arturo Márquez, George Gershwin, and Leonard Bernstein. This festive programme not only celebrates Antwerp but also sets the tone for their journey to the prestigious George Enescu Festival in Bucharest. Expect jazzy rhythms, a southern festival flair, and a uniquely Antwerp conviviality. Join us and toast to a memorable summer finale!

Classic on the Square

St. John's Square

Winner of the 2024 Latin Grammy for Best Classical Contemporary Composition, Fandango is a love letter to the Spanish dance and its New World progeny written for violinist Anne Akiko Meyers. “The Concerto itself is a rainforest of impossible challenges. Yet Anne Akiko Meyers, for whom the work was written, soared through this jungle, her 1741 Guarneri del Gesù violin jumping, bouncing, playing the frequent high registers with operatic facility” (ConcertoNet.com). Márquez’s irresistible Danzón No. 2 kicks things off on a lively note.

Márquez’s Fandango & Shostakovich’s Fifth

Hollywood Bowl

The MDR Music Summer opens its 34th concert series in the European Capital of Culture 2025 with a brilliant opening. In collaboration with the Robert Schumann Philharmonic Chemnitz, soprano Fatma Said, and Omar Massa on the bandoneon, the MDR Symphony Orchestra presents a colorful program characterized by South American sounds, in which the bandoneon, whose origins lie in 19th-century Chemnitz, plays a prominent role. Marcus Merkel, one of Germany's most exciting young conductors of our time, assumes the overall musical direction.

From Chemnitz to the World

Theaterplatz

Join the amazing 12 and 13 year olds of NCO (National Children’s Orchestras) as they present to you their There’s No Planet B programme, featuring orchestral greats like Jean Sibelius’ Finlandia and Gustav Holst’s Jupiter from The Planets, alongside stirring new music from Debbie Wiseman (Carnival of the Endangered Animals) and Rachel Portman’s (Endangered).

National Children's Orchestra

The Bridgewater Hall

Festival of Contemporary Music: The Natural World

Tanglewood Music Center

Join the Plano Symphony Orchestra for us for a thrilling concert featuring iconic works from across the classical repertoire. Experience the grandeur of Glinka’s Ruslan and Ludmila, setting the stage with its vibrant energy. Let the rhythmic pulse of Arturo Márquez’s Danzón No. 2 sweep you away, followed by the sweeping beauty of Smetana’s Ma Vlast, a masterpiece that captures the spirit of Bohemia. Feel the intensity of Ginastera’s Malambo, a high-energy dance that will leave you breathless. Finally, end the evening with Tchaikovsky’s March Slave, a powerful, patriotic celebration. This diverse program will take you on an unforgettable musical journey that spans cultures, emotions, and histories.

Orchestral Fireworks

Robinson Fine Arts Center

Japan tour

Kawaguchiko Park

Summer, energy, passion – Gustavo Dudamel and the Berliner Philharmoniker invite you to a end-of-season concert at the Waldbühne. The Venezuelan conductor performed at this venue back in 2008 under the motto Los ritmos de la noche. It was his debut with the Berliner Philharmoniker, and was met with great acclaim by the audience. Dudamel now celebrates the end of the season with the orchestra in the open air for the fourth time. The programme will include rousing dances from Bernstein’s musical West Side Story, in which Latin American sounds and rhythms are all-pervasive.

End-of-season concert: Berliner Philharmoniker and Gustavo Dudamel at the Waldbühne

Waldbühne

Our season closes with a concert of music celebrating and honoring our homes.

This concert features two pieces written for the Aurora Symphony, including a musical depiction of our city and a touching musical memorial in response to the July 20th theater shooting.

“Aurora, Colorado Variations” – A Symphonic Celebration of Home (Part 2)

Overland High School

Students from the local high school band programs will join members of our Knox-Galesburg Symphony for a weekend of music-making and collaboration. This unique opportunity allows students to learn from and play alongside our principal musicians, fostering a supportive environment for music education. The performance will celebrate the annual Music in our Schools Month, hosted by the National Association for Music Education.

Side-By-Side Wind Band Festival

Hegg Performing Arts Center

Join the Phoenix Symphony for a unique and immersive experience with "Coffee, Conversations & Classics - Grand Canyon Suite." This event offers a rare opportunity to witness the Phoenix Symphony during their working, open rehearsals. Hosted and moderated by Alex Amsel, the Phoenix Symphony Associate Conductor, attendees will get an insider's view as the orchestra prepares for an upcoming concert. The event promises an engaging Q&A session with the guest conductor and musicians, allowing for a deeper understanding and connection to the music and its creators.

The highlight of this event is the performance of Grofe’s cinematic "Grand Canyon Suite," which beautifully captures the essence of the Southwest landscape. Under the baton of conductor Thomas Wilkins, the orchestra will bring to life this masterpiece, offering five musical scenes that depict one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The concert will also feature Aaron Copland’s popular "El Salón México" and the "Fandango Violin Concerto" by Arturo Márquez, a mariachi-flavored piece performed by Spanish violinist Francisco Fullana.

The event is set to take place at Symphony Hall on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Seating is general admission, ensuring a casual and intimate atmosphere perfect for music lovers and those looking to experience the Phoenix Symphony in a new light. Don't miss this chance to enjoy a morning filled with captivating music, insightful conversations, and the classic beauty of the Grand Canyon Suite.

Coffee, Conversations & Classics – Grand Canyon Suite

Experience the electrifying fusion of trumpet brilliance and mesmerizing rhythms at the Houston Symphony's "Trumpet Brilliance & Boléro" concert. Under the baton of Music Director Juraj Valčuha, this concert promises an unforgettable evening of music that spans the fiery to the hypnotic. Venezuelan trumpet virtuoso Pacho Flores takes center stage at Jones Hall, showcasing his extraordinary talent with two concertos composed specifically for him. The evening begins with Arturo Márquez's "Concierto de Otoño," a piece that captures the fiery essence of autumn, followed by Paquito D’Rivera's jazzy "Venezuelan Concerto," both of which promise to dazzle with their vivacious Latin American rhythms.

The concert's journey continues with an exploration of music inspired by Spain, featuring an enchanting selection that culminates in Maurice Ravel's "Boléro." Known for its sultry, repetitive melody and escalating intensity, "Boléro" is a piece that has captivated audiences worldwide and remains a staple in both classical and popular culture.

Conductor Domingo Hindoyan leads the orchestra through this bewitching program, ensuring an evening of sensuous sounds and showstopping brilliance. Whether you're drawn to the irresistible rhythms or the sheer virtuosity on display, "Trumpet Brilliance & Boléro" is an event not to be missed.

Join us for this spectacular concert series on May 9, 10, and 11, 2025, at Jones Hall. Select your perfect subscription package today for savings, priority seating, and special perks. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a new season of music that promises to enchant, excite, and inspire.

Trumpet Brilliance & Boléro

Jones Hall

2023 Latin GRAMMY triple-nominee Pacho Flores makes his NHSO debut with Daniel Freiberg’s new Trumpet Concerto, and Perry So leads the NHSO in music by Arturo Márquez, Gabriela Lena Frank, and Silvestre Revueltas. 

Danzas Sinfónicas

Yale University

Enjoy this menu of rhythmic flavours where we explore the irresistible connection between music and movement. Indulge in the romance and lush worlds of operas by Puccini and Gounod sung by Ana Isabella Castro, a young local soprano that is not to be missed. And be dazzled by the Canadian premiere of Levy’s Harmonica Concerto, an energetic and extremely virtuosic work to be played by Argentine leading harmonica virtuoso Federico Linari who will also demonstrate the intricate technique of diatonic harmonica in two other selections from Tango to Jazz. Lastly, the Mexican Danzón will surely bring the season to an end in a way like no other.

Vibrant

Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts

April 12th at 7:30pm, CSO and Maestro William Intriligator will present an all Latin American composer program, featuring Charles Gorczynski on bandoneon and soprano Camila Rabelo on the Villa Lobos “Aria” from Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5!  You’ll enjoy Marquez’s Danzon No. 2, Elizondo’s Latin American Dances and Ginastera’s Four Dances from Estancia. Sponsored by Taco John’s. Guest Artists Underwritten by Lucie & Harry Osborn, and Bill Runyan and The Kenneth & Myra Monfort Charitable Foundation.

Fiesta

Cheyenne Civic Center

ECHO’s 3rd ECHOes in the Area chamber concert will take place at The Cannon West Houston. The concert will feature the Latinus Quartet led by Eddy Marcano.

The Latinus Quartet promotes Latin American music through exceptional performances, aiming to educate & inspire globally as Houston’s Latin cultural ambassador.

ECHOes in the Area at The Cannon

The Cannon West Houston

Rimsky-Korsakov’s Sheherazade, based on the legendary stories of One Thousand and One Nights, is a wild ride full of big moments for brass plus a famous violin solo for CSO Concertmaster Stefani Matsuo. Arturo Márquez’ Fandango pays tribute to dances of Mexico, performed here by Anne Akiko Meyers, the soloist it was written for. Yuzo Toyama’s Rhapsody centers on folk songs from his native Japan.

Sheherazade

Cincinnati Music Hall

The DPYO takes your family on a musical spin around the globe! This performance highlights not only the finest young musical talent in our area, it also celebrates the rich tradition of dance in Dayton and features the Celtic Academy of Irish Dance. The program includes popular global dance works such as Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, Saint-Saëns’s “Danse Bacchanale,” and Marquez’s Danzón No. 2.

Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra: It’s a World of Dance

Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center

Discover the jaw-dropping artistry of next-gen talents as the 100 musicians of the SF Symphony Youth Orchestra come together to explore repertoire standards and new works alike.

San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra

Davies Symphony Hall

### Event Description: Ellis Island: Dream of America

**Date and Time:**
- **Saturday, March 8, 2025**
- **7:30 PM - 9:30 PM**

**Location:**
- **Coronado Performing Arts Center**
- **314 North Main Street, Rockford, IL, 61101, United States**

**Event Overview:**
Join the Rockford Symphony Orchestra for a captivating evening celebrating the rich history of immigration in Rockford through the powerful performance of "Ellis Island: Dream of America." This concert will feature cinematic music intertwined with poignant excerpts from the diaries of immigrants who passed through Ellis Island, composed by Peter Boyer.

**Program Highlights:**
- **Kinan Azmeh, clarinet**
- **Marquez, Conga del Fuego**
- **Azmeh, Suite for Improvisor and Orchestra**
- **Boyer, Ellis Island: Dream of America**

**Special Guest:**
- **Kinan Azmeh**, a contemporary immigrant and renowned clarinetist, will perform as both composer and soloist in his piece, "Suite for Improvisor and Orchestra."

**Cultural Significance:**
Rockford's unique culture, shaped by its diverse immigrant population, will be celebrated through this musical journey. The overture "Conga del Fuego" will pay homage to the region’s vibrant Latino community.

**Tickets:**
- **Subscription:** Available now
- **Single Tickets:** On sale starting July 1

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Experience an evening of moving music and storytelling that honors the dreams and journeys of America's immigrants. Don't miss this extraordinary event at the Coronado Performing Arts Center.

Ellis Island: Dream of America

Friends of the Coronado

“Fiesta!” is a vibrant celebration of the rich musical heritage of Mexico, presented by the San José Wind Symphony under the baton of Dr. David Vickerman. This exciting concert features an array of music inspired by Mexican culture, including works by renowned Mexican composers such as Silvestre Revueltas, Nubia Jaime-Donjuan, Genaro Codina, and Juan Pablo Contreras. Experience the lively rhythms, colorful melodies, and deep emotions that define the spirit of Mexico, as the ensemble takes you on a journey through this diverse and dynamic musical landscape. Join us for a festive afternoon filled with the sounds and stories of Mexico.

Fiesta!

Saratoga High School

Guest Conductor Michael  Stanley illustrates ways in which folk music has influenced classical composers, the basis for some of their most popular works. Inspired by American folk music, Copland wrote Appalachian Spring; Márquez drew from the dance music of  Mexico in  Danzon No. 2.  Dvořák took inspiration from spirituals and Native American music for his New World Symphony.

Folk Music of the Americas

The Vista Center for the Arts

Launched over twenty years ago as a pilot project and since 2008 an integral part of the movement initiated by the German Orchestra Association, Jeunesses Musicales Germany and the Association of German Music Schools under the name "tutti pro", the joint concerts of the Philharmonic and the Music and Art School are a central element of Jena's music education, which can finally start again after a five-year break. Young talents from the Youth Symphony Orchestra play side by side with the professional musicians. The unlimited music-making experience builds a bridge between high culture, the young musicians and the audience. It inspires everyone involved equally, awakens the joy of making music together and allows the sensual power of music to be felt up close.

Tutti pro

Volkshaus Jena

Experience an unforgettable Evening of Dance, Capriccioso and Fantasy with the Utah Valley Symphony, led by guest conductor Dr. Cheung Chau. Delight in the dramatic "Symphonie Fantastique" by Hector Berlioz, a visionary masterpiece depicting an artist's passionate dreams and obsessions, the vibrant "Danzón No. 2" by Arturo Márquez and Saint-Saëns' "Introduction & Rondo Capriccioso," showcasing the virtuosity of violin soloist Dr. Monte Belnap. Join us for a night of extraordinary music and motion!

An Evening of Dance, Capriccioso and Fantasy

Covey Center for the Arts

Experience an exhilarating night with the Philharmonic! Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Latin music, from the sounds of Huapango meaning “on top of the wood” a Mexican dance technique and the energy of Sensemayá as the ritualistic poem pitting life against death in this ceremonial work. Prepare to dance the night away with the sounds of Viva La Fiesta!

Viva La Fiesta

Colonial Plaza

Enjoy a 3pm afternoon performance of exploring of how the orchestra moves. Participation is encourage and recorders are welcome.

Link Up: The Orchestra Moves

Minot State University

The CSO welcomes everyone to our performances, but we know that some families hesitate to bring their family members to a live concert without knowing how they might react. Our All-Accessible Concert is designed to be a safe and accepting environment where patrons with disabilities or sensory sensitivities along with their family members are free to speak and move in reaction to the music being played. This concert features our full orchestra in the concert hall setting.

All-Accessible: The Orchestra Moves

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium

3rd Academic Concert 2024/25

Gewandhaus

Music Director finalist Alexandra Arrieche presents a varied array of musical riches with your Marin Symphony. Marquez’s suave Danzon #2 sets the stage for Marin Symphony’s superstar Principal Piano John Wilson’s rendition of Grieg’s celebrated concerto. We close with one of Elgar’s greatest works, his tantalizing Enigma Variations.

Masterworks 2: Arrieche Conducts Elgar

College of Marin

Anne Akiko Meyers is one of the world’s most esteemed violinists, celebrated for her expressive depth and technical prowess. She has collaborated with today’s most important composers, conductors, and orchestras, creating a remarkable collection of new violin repertoire for future generations, including Arturo Márquez’s Fandango, a violin concerto written for her in 2021, which received a 2024 Grammy® Award nomination for her recording with Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Ms. Meyers’ CAMA recital debut program will include a premiere of Philip Glass’s New Chaconne, as well as Márquez’s Danzón No.2 in a new arrangement by the composer. Anne Akiko Meyers will play the exquisite 1741 “ex-Vieuxtemps” Guarneri del Gesù, considered by many to be the finest sounding violin in existence for its powerfully luxuriant sound and mint state of preservation. Joining Anne Akiko Meyers is Italian pianist Fabio Bidini, a distinguished faculty member at the Colburn School in Los Angeles.

Anne Akiko Meyers

Lobero Theatre

Paquito D’Rivera with New Jersey Symphony

Mayo Performing Arts Center

New Jersey Performing Arts Center

The DSO welcomes back Charles Gorczynski, a highly skilled bandoneon player known for his virtuosity and deep connection to tango music. He will be featured in Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla’s symphonic take on tangoes.

Latin-American

Five Flags Center

Pictures with Alexander

Artis–Naples

Georges Hue Fantasie (9 minutes) Featuring 2024 Young Artist Concerto Honorable Mention Winnner, Vanessa Chen 

Camille Saint-Saëns's Danse Macabre (9 minutes) with Fly Dance Company and Outspoken Bean

Edvard Grieg Peer Gynt Suite "Morning" (6 minutes) with Fly Dance Company and Outspoken Bean

Classical Meets Hip-Hop

Parsley Center

Bring your family together to build musical memories with Family Concerts! Enjoy a fun-filled family event featuring vibrant Mexican music and composers. Join us in the lobby before the concert as we celebrate the Day of the Dead with colorful festivities and decorated offerings dedicated to loved ones. This program is designed for ages 6–12.

Day of the Dead

Benaroya Hall

### Stravinsky, Ravel & Márquez - Vancouver Symphony Orchestra

#### Event Overview:
Join the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra for an enchanting evening of music featuring the works of Stravinsky, Ravel, and Márquez. This concert, conducted by the renowned Andrew Litton, promises to be a captivating experience filled with dance-inspired compositions and a stunning Canadian premiere.

#### Event Details:
- **Dates and Venues:**
  - **October 18, 2024, Friday at 7:00 PM** - Orpheum
  - **October 20, 2024, Sunday at 7:00 PM** - Bell Performing Arts Centre

- **Program:**
  - **Stravinsky:** *The Fairy’s Kiss*
  - **Arturo Márquez:** *Fandango for Violin and Orchestra* (Canadian Premiere)
  - **Ravel:** *Valses nobles et sentimentales*
  - **Ravel:** *La Valse*

- **Performance Duration:** Approximately 90 minutes

#### Featured Artists:
- **Conductor:** Andrew Litton
- **Violinist:** Anne Akiko Meyers

#### Highlights:
- **Stravinsky’s The Fairy’s Kiss:** A ballet music piece that enchants with its melodic beauty.
- **Arturo Márquez’s Fandango:** A fiery and rhythmic composition written for the exceptional violinist Anne Akiko Meyers, making its Canadian premiere.
- **Ravel’s Dance Suites:** Including the elegant *Valses nobles et sentimentales* and the dynamic *La Valse*.

#### Series:
This concert is part of the following series:
- **Fridays at 7 PM**
- **Sundays at 7 PM**
- **Musically Speaking**
- **Surrey Nights**

#### Additional Information:
- **Surrey Nights is endowed by Werner and Helga Höing.**

Experience an evening where dance and music intertwine, brought to life by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and its distinguished guests. Secure your tickets today for a night of unforgettable performances.

Stravinsky, Ravel & Márquez

Orpheum

Join us for an enchanting family performance, "Viajando por Las Americas/Traveling through the Americas," presented by The Phoenix Symphony. This captivating concert will take you on a musical journey through the vibrant landscapes and cultures of the Americas, featuring the works of renowned composers.

Under the baton of conductor Alex Amsel, the orchestra will bring to life the spirited compositions of Aaron Copland and Arturo Márquez. Experience the iconic "Hoe-Down" from Copland's ballet Rodeo, a piece that encapsulates the essence of the American West with its lively rhythms and memorable melodies. Arturo Márquez's "Conga del Fuego Nuevo" will transport you to the heart of Carnivàle, capturing the exuberant spirit of the street parades with its dynamic rhythms and festive energy.

This family-friendly performance is part of our Family Series and will take place on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the Madison Center For The Arts. It's a perfect opportunity to introduce the younger members of your family to the joy and excitement of live symphonic music while enjoying a program that appeals to all ages.

Don't miss this opportunity to explore the rich musical heritage of the Americas with The Phoenix Symphony. Tickets are available for purchase, and by becoming a subscriber, you can save 20% when attending four or more performances. Create your package today and embark on a musical adventure that celebrates the diversity and beauty of the Americas.

Family Performance: Viajando por Las Americas/Traveling through the Americas

Madison Center for the Arts

### Event Description: Her Favorite Things - Wa-Id Symphony

**Date and Time:**  
Sunday, October 6, 2024  
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

**Location:**  
UI Admin Auditorium  
851 Campus Dr, Moscow, ID 83844, USA

**Event Overview:**  
Join us for "Her Favorite Things," a special concert celebration dedicated to one of our most cherished patrons, Beatriz Schweitzer. This event will feature captivating melodies from renowned Mexican composers, highlighting the vibrant rhythms and soulful music that celebrate Beatriz's Mexican heritage.

**Program Highlights:**
- **Magnificent Seven** by Elmer Bernstein, arranged by Patrick Russ
- **Conga del Fuego Nuevo** by Arturo Márquez
- **Mosaico Mexicana** by Arturo Rodriguez
- **Song of Mother Earth** by Frank Duarte
- **Music from Coco** arranged by Larry Clark
- **Huapango** by Jose Pablo Moncayo
- **Danzon No. 2** by Arturo Márquez

**Ticket Information:**
- **General Admission:** $27.00 (plus $0.68 service fee)
- **Youth (Ages 12-17):** $11.00 (plus $0.28 service fee)
- **Children (Under 12):** Free

**University Student Tickets:**  
For university student tickets, please contact us at 208-874-4162.

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Celebrate the rich cultural heritage and enjoy an afternoon of extraordinary music in honor of Beatriz Schweitzer. We look forward to seeing you there!

Her Favorite Things

University of Idaho

Nu Deco Ensemble proudly launches our 10th anniversary season at the historic Colony Theatre on Lincoln Road! Join us for an extraordinary two-night celebration featuring a dynamic collaboration with the genre-defying Cuban composer and jazz piano virtuoso, Alfredo Rodríguez. Experience a fresh take on the timeless hits of the legendary Ray Charles, along with the vibrant and Cuban-inspired Danzón No. 2 by Mexican composer Arturo Márquez, and a brand-new Nu Deco Original. Don’t miss this spectacular fusion of music, culture, and creativity in an unforgettable celebration!

Nu Deco at the Colony ft. Alfredo Rodríguez

Colony Theatre

The opening concert of Maestro Lawrence Loh’s first season as Music Director celebrates the 100th anniversary of George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue with pianist Orli Shaham. In addition to performing with orchestras all over the world, Shaham is the co-host of NPR’s From the Top, a winner of the Avery Fisher Career Grant and a faculty member at The Juilliard School.

Rhapsody in Blue

Baylor University

Symphonic Dances is not so much a collection of dances as it is a series of dramatic tone poems, filled with moodily memorable melodies, eerie waltzes, and a triumphant, virtuosic finale. An audience favorite, violinist Augustin Hadelich reveals “something from a plane beyond ours,” performing Mendelssohn’s wonderfully lyric, virtuosic violin concerto.

Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances

Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts

Enjoy food trucks, artisan crafts, and dancers on the plaza beforehand—then continue the party in the concert hall as you clap along to music from Mexico, Venezuela, Argentina, and more. Composer Arturo Márquez describes the trumpet as “the Mexican cry of joy and sorrow” and José Sibaja proves this as trumpet soloist in Marquez’ Concierto de Otoño (Autumn Concerto) on not one, not two, but four different instruments! This high-energy concert concludes with Rimsky-Korsakov’s vibrant Capriccio espagnol, which was directly influenced by folk melodies of Spain.

Celebración Sinfónica

Salt Palace Convention Center

Join the Houston Symphony for Fiesta Sinfónica, the annual free concert celebrating the rich cultural impact of Latin American and Hispanic composers. This year’s program features Enrique Soro’s Danza Fantástica, the famous Peruvian waltz, La flor de la canela, and Venezuela’s unofficial second national anthem, Alma Llanera. Plus, don’t miss the world premiere of Arturo Márquez’s Guitar Concerto with special guest, Spanish guitarist Pablo Sáinz Villegas.

Fiesta Sinfónica

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a program featuring the spirited sounds of Latin America and Spain, led by the vivacious conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez and featuring Costa Rican trumpet soloist José Sibaja!

Celebración Sinfónica at the Noorda

Utah Valley University

Dancin’ In Your Seat

Warren Atherton Auditorium

Celebrate the opening of the new season with the Concertgebouw Orchestra! This year, the orchestra is giving its annual free open-air concert at Nelson Mandela Park in Amsterdam-Zuidoost, with conductor Andrés Orozco-Estrada and a special guest role for the well-known Dutch musician sor.

Opening Night

Mexican Concert

University Theater Center (CUT)

The Annapolis Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Maestro José-Luis Novo, is pleased to present the perfect end-of-summer soundtrack for everyone in the family. Mark your calendar now to attend our annual end-of-summer concert, sponsored by Anne Arundel County Arts Council and Anne Arundel County Department Of Recreation and Parks.

Pops in the Park

Quiet Waters Park

Downs Park

Experience an enchanting evening of orchestral masterpieces with the New Jersey Symphony's "Classical Favorites: Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky and More." Conducted by the talented Jessica Rivero Altarriba, the 2023-24 Colton Conducting Fellow, this concert promises a captivating journey through some of the most beloved works in classical music. The program features the stirring Polonaise from Tchaikovsky's "Eugene Onegin," the dynamic "Overture, Scherzo and Finale" by Robert Schumann, and a mesmerizing arrangement of Debussy's "Clair de Lune" by Caplet. Adding to the evening's allure are selections from Stravinsky's iconic "The Firebird" and the vibrant "Danzón No. 2" by Arturo Márquez. This performance, set in the intimate Victoria Theater at NJPAC, showcases the exceptional artistry of the New Jersey Symphony under the baton of a rising star in the conducting world.

Classical Favorites: Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky and More!

Miteinander

Carl-Orff Saal

Esteemed American violinist Anne Akiko Meyers graces the illustrious halls of The Breakers mansion in her Newport debut with an exquisite program that includes a new piece specifically commissioned for Meyers by the legendary Philip Glass. Joined by the virtuosic pianist Max Levinson, this evening promises to be a radiant celebration of artistic brilliance and innovation, ensuring an unforgettable experience that resonates long after the final note fades into the grandeur of the night.

Composer

Arturo Márquez

Events

Upcoming events

30 - 31 Dec, 2025

New Year's Gala 2025 · Malmö Symphony Orchestra

Dec 31, 2025

Guest performance in Arnstadt New Year's Eve concert • SOLD OUT • · Jenaer Philharmonie

Dec 31, 2025 - Jan 1, 2026

Czech Philharmonic • New Year’s Concerts · Czech Philharmonic

Dec 31, 2025 - Jan 1, 2026

New Year's Concert · Opéra Orchestre National Montpellier

Jan 1, 2026

New Year's Concert "Between Vienna and Buenos Aires" · Jenaer Philharmonie

Past events

10 - 12 Dec, 2025

Márquez Ortiz Falla Ravel · Munich Philharmonic

Nov 24, 2025

TSO: : Fall Concert · Tempe Symphony Orchestra

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