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

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Hispanic Heritage Celebration Concert

Herbert & Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center

When Juan Crisóstomo de Arriaga (1806–1826) died of tuberculosis in Paris shortly before his 20th birthday, the music world lost one of the most promising talents of the 19th century. This is reflected, among other things, in his Overture No. 3, which alternates between impulsiveness and carefree lightness.

1st Classic on Sunday

Juan Crisóstomo Arriaga’s Overture in D major, op. 20, showcases the remarkable talent of a composer often dubbed the “Spanish Mozart.” Ernest Bloch’s Concerto Grosso No. 1 offers a blend of neoclassical style and modern harmonies, creating a captivating musical dialogue between soloists and orchestra. 

Legacies & Prodigies

Kahilu Theatre

Dalí Quartet

Luzerne Music Center

LowDown

Tulsa Performing Arts Center

Perspectives: Dalí Quartet

Cleveland Institute of Music

RCO joyfully celebrates Hispanic Heritage month with music by celebrated Venezuelan pianist, Teresa Carreño, Spanish Basque composer Juan Crisótomo Arriaga who tragically died at the age of 20, and a concerto by the founding father of 20th century Mexican music, Manuel Poncé, featuring Grammy-nominated guitarist, Mak Grgić.

Alegría

University of Nevada

Olé! Join us for the season opener with the spirit of flamenco, complete with castanets and plenty of Spanish flair. The Salt Lake Symphony takes us on a journey of the sights and soundS of Spain, both from Spanish composers and the composers from other lands whose works were inspired by visits to the sunny…

Vision of Spain

University of Utah

Explore the interwoven musical traditions of Spain and Latin America in this program curated by SPCO violinist Maureen Nelson. The program opens with the only symphony by the legendary “Spanish Mozart,” Juan Crisóstomo de Arriaga, followed by Andean-inspired music for string orchestra by Gabriela Lena Frank, a wind quintet by Maurice Ravel inspired by Havana, and Renaissance works quoting a Quechua (South American Indigenous) melody arranged by Maureen Nelson.

Express Concert: Legends/Leyendas with Maureen Nelson

Temple Israel

Shepherd of The Valley Lutheran Church

Humboldt High School Auditorium

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts

Saint Paul's United Church of Christ

Wayzata Community Church

It is no understatement to say that Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto is one of those pieces that changed the history of music. 21st Century audiences are so familiar with the sound of the clarinet – it is inextricably linked with smooth romantic melodies or the iconic opening of Rhapsody in Blue – but when Mozart unveiled the piece its sound would have shocked audiences. This performance aims to recapture that sense of wonder and delight.

Juan Crisóstomo Arriaga

Events

Upcoming events

Feb 1, 2026

Mozart’s World: A Little Night Music · Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment

Past events

Sep 28, 2025

Hispanic Heritage Celebration Concert · Alhambra Orchestra

Oct 27, 2024

1st Classic on Sunday · Brandenburgischen Staatsorchesters Frankfurt

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