**South American Heat: A Musical Journey**

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and dance with the "South American Heat" concert, under the baton of conductor Marcelo Lehninger. This vibrant event will feature the talents of tenor Aquiles Machado, baritone Gustavo Castillo, the Grand Rapids Ballet, and the Grand Rapids Symphony Chorus, directed by Pearl Shangkuan.

**Program Highlights:**
- **Three Brazilian Dances** by Camargo Guarnieri
- **Primavera Porteña** from The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires, arranged by Mechetti, and **Oblivion** by Astor Piazzolla
- **El salon México** by Aaron Copland
- **Cantata Criolla** by Antonio Estévez, a South American rendition of the Faust legend, showcasing a dramatic duel with the devil.

**What to Expect:**
Prepare to be immersed in a concert that celebrates the rich musical heritage of South America. From well-known pieces to hidden gems, this performance is a testament to the vibrant culture and the artistic prowess of composers from the continent. The highlight, Cantata Criolla, promises a thrilling narrative experience accompanied by mesmerizing music.

**Dates and Venue:**
- **Friday, November 15, 2024, at 7:30 PM**
- **Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 7:30 PM**
- **Location:** DeVos Performance Hall

**Tickets:**
Tickets are available for purchase. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the warmth and passion of South American music.

**Sponsors:**
This concert series is proudly sponsored by Richard and Helen DeVos, with Marcelo Lehninger occupying the Daniel & Pamella DeVos Music Director Chair. Special thanks to the Edith I. Blodgett Guest Artist Fund for supporting our guest artists.

For more information and to secure your tickets, visit our website or call us at 616-454-9451. Join us for a night of exhilarating performances that promise to leave you captivated by the spirit of South America.

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South American Heat

DeVos Performance Hall

### Event Description: Tango Rhythms and Latin Dances

**Date and Time:** November 9, 2024, from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm  
**Venue:** Auer Performance Hall at PFW Music Center  
**Tickets:** Single tickets on sale starting August 5

#### Event Overview:
Join the Fort Wayne Philharmonic for an enchanting evening of Latin-infused masterpieces, featuring the vibrant and rhythmic sounds of South America and Spain. This event promises to transport you to the heart of these rich musical traditions through a carefully curated program.

#### Program Highlights:
- **Ginastera's Estancia: Four Dances, Op. 8a:** A rhythmic exploration of Argentine folk influences.
- **JP Jofre’s Double Concerto for Violin and Bandoneon No.2:** Featuring JP Jofre on the bandoneon and Violetta Todorova on the violin, this piece showcases a unique fusion of classical and tango traditions.
- **Piazzolla's Aconcagua: Concerto for Bandoneon:** Another captivating performance by JP Jofre on the bandoneon.
- **De Falla's El sombrero de tres picos Three-Cornered Hat: Suite No.2:** Bringing the spirit and flair of Spanish folklore to life.

#### Featured Artists:
- **Andrew Constantine, Conductor:** Leading the Fort Wayne Philharmonic through this musical journey.
- **JP Jofre, Bandoneon:** A 2022 GRAMMY-nominated composer and bandoneon player, JP Jofre is renowned for his contributions to both chamber and symphony orchestras.
- **Violetta Todorova, Violin:** An emerging voice of her generation, Violetta Todorova is the Concertmaster of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic and an Artist Violin Professor at Taylor University.

#### Additional Information:
- **Intermission:** There will be an intermission during the event.
- **Learn More:** For more details about the featured artists, visit the Fort Wayne Philharmonic's official website.

Experience the passion and energy of Tango Rhythms and Latin Dances, and let the music of South America and Spain captivate your senses. Secure your tickets early and be part of this unforgettable evening.

Tango Rhythms and Latin Dances

Purdue University Fort Wayne

Associate Concertmaster of the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra, Adrian Adlam, joins the orchestra’s Solo Clarinet Laura Ruiz Ferreres and pianist Thomas Hell for a programme of chamber music taking in the serene, the exotic, the groovy and the pugnacious. Both Delius and Schumann appear to search for peace and seclusion in their works for violin and clarinet while Piazzolla turns up the heat in the most grandiose of his tangos. Alexis Ciesla explores the sound of Asian music in his Balinese Moods while all three instruments are united for Bartók’s folk dances in disguise and Milhaud’s sassy reimagining of music originally written for the 1936 film Voyageur sans bagages.

Contrasts

Wadham College

Over a long and successful career, pianist Kathryn Stott has won the hearts of audiences and colleagues alike. Now she’s decided to step down from public recitals at the end of this year – and what better way to bid farewell than with a whole concert sharing the music she loves most of all? An unforgettable evening with a much-loved artist, as she opens a new chapter in a remarkable career.

Kathryn Stott: Musical Postcards

Bute Park

Directed by the orchestra Leader & Principal Stephanie Gonley, this concert explores two exciting contemporary works inspired by the seasons.

Max Richter is one of foremost figures on the contemporary music scene and performances of his reimagining of The Four Seasons are not to be missed. Combining the old with the new with skill, style and sophistication this piece is a respectful reinvention of the themes and ideas behind Vivaldi’s original work to allow listeners to hear it in a different light.

The Four Seasons: Piazzolla and Richter

Cadogan Hall 

### Event Description: ExSTRADvaganza - Richmond Symphony

**Event Name:** ExSTRADvaganza - Richmond Symphony

**Date:** Friday, September 13, 2024

**Time:** 8:00 PM

**Venue:** Carpenter Theatre

**Conductor:** Valentina Peleggi

**Featured Compositions:**
- **Piazzolla:** Four Seasons of Buenos Aires
- **Vivaldi:** The Four Seasons

**Event Overview:**
Join us for an extraordinary evening at the ExSTRADvaganza, a highlight of the Strad Fest, presented by the Richmond Symphony. This event is a unique celebration of the finest string instruments ever crafted, the Stradivari. Experience the unparalleled tone and color of these magnificent instruments, which have been cherished and passed down through centuries.

The evening will feature a stunning array of performances, including solos, duos, chamber music, and concerti, showcasing the virtuosity of some of the world's most talented musicians. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear these legendary instruments in a live performance setting.

**Performing Musicians:**
- Ade Williams
- Annelle Gregory
- Daniel Dastoor
- William Hagen
- Julian Rhee
- Emma Meinrenken
- Daisuke Yamamoto
- Qing Li

**Additional Information:**
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Don't miss this unforgettable evening of music and history, brought to life by the Richmond Symphony and an ensemble of world-class musicians. Secure your tickets now and be part of this extraordinary event!

ExSTRADvaganza

Dominion Energy Center

We are delighted to be presenting a free to attend concert at St Paul’s Church, Covent Garden as part of collaboration with Musicus Society Hong Kong. Our recent tour to Hong Kong, was the start of a number of projects we will be delivering with Hong Kong Musicus Society, supported by London ETO.

Close Encounters at St Paul’s Church, Covent Garden

St Paul’s Church Covent Garden

### Event Description: ASMF & Håkan Hardenberger

**Date:** 24 May 2024, 7:30 PM  
**Venue:** Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields

Join the Academy of St Martin in the Fields (ASMF) for an unforgettable evening featuring the world-renowned trumpet virtuoso, Håkan Hardenberger. Celebrated as "the best trumpet player in the galaxy" by The Times, Hardenberger will perform a captivating programme that highlights his illustrious history with the orchestra.

**Programme Highlights:**
- **Telemann:** Concerto for 3 Trumpets, 2 Oboes, Timpani, Strings, and Continuo in D, TWV 54.D2 (featuring soloists Matilda Lloyd and William O’Sullivan)
- **Mozart:** Symphony No. 26 in E-flat major, K. 184
- **Haydn:** Trumpet Concerto in E-flat major, Hob.VIIe:1
- **Tobias Brostrom:** Sputnik
- **Grieg:** Two Elegiac Melodies, Op. 34: "Heartwounds" (Hjertesår) and "Last Spring" (Våren)
- **Jan Lundgren:** The Seagull (arr. R. Pöntinen)
- **Martinsson:** Airy Flight
- **Joni Mitchell:** Both Sides Now (arr. R. Pöntinen)
- **Kurt Weill:** Speak Low (arr. R. Pöntinen)
- **Piazzolla:** Oblivion

**Director:** Simon Blendis

Don't miss this extraordinary concert that promises to be a highlight of the musical calendar. Secure your tickets now and experience the magic of ASMF and Håkan Hardenberger live at the Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

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ASMF & Håkan Hardenberger

St Martin-in-the-Fields

Young performers in the Community School of Performing Arts and the Trudl Zipper Dance Institute join forces for this favorite annual event, which highlights original works by Colburn faculty members. The evening features a world premiere for orchestra, chorus, and modern dancers: Michaela Eremiasova’s Dance of Souls with choreography by Tamsin Carlson, commissioned for the 2024 Collaboration Concert

Collaboration Concert

Ambassador Auditorium

What are the seasons like in Buenos Aires? The Argentine tango master Piazzolla gives the answer in his original masterpiece for violin and orchestra on an evening where the multi-talented Alexandra Conunova takes on the dual role of violin soloist and conductor. A feat she repeats in the newly discovered Concerto da camera by Louiré.

The four seasons in Buenos Aires

Konservatoriets Koncertsal

Copenhagen Phil – Piazzolla og Lourié

As one of the leading British saxophone quartets among the new generation of artists, the Ferio Saxophone Quartet consistently receives a highly enthusiastic reception from audiences and critics alike.

Ferio Saxophone Quartet

Donnington Priory

Jess Gillam shot to fame becoming the first saxophonist to reach the finals of BBC Young Musician and the youngest ever soloist to perform at the Last Night of the Proms. She is now an international celebrity and has a regular presence in the UK, including her weekly Saturday afternoon show on BBC Radio 3; This Classical Life.

Jess Gillam Ensemble

Corn Exchange

DR Symfoniorkestret inviterer til nytårsgalla i Koncertsalen
med bobler, kanapéer og et musikalsk festfyrværkeri fuld af
dansende toner. Årets nytårsværtinde er Lise Baastrup fra
tv-serien ’Orkestret’, og solister er sangerinden Emma Smith
og akkordeon-virtuosen Bjarke Mogensen.

Nytårsgalla

DR Koncerthuset

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon as Kazuki Yamada leads the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra's Brass and Percussion sections in a vibrant concert on Sunday, 2 March 2025, at 3:00pm. This unique performance will take place at the prestigious Town Hall in Birmingham, offering a blend of classical and contemporary pieces that promise to captivate and enchant.

The concert will feature a diverse program starting with Jacob Gade's "Tango Tzigane," famously known as the most celebrated tango worldwide. Following this, the audience will be treated to the exquisite music from Astor Piazzolla's tango-opera "María de Buenos Aires," a piece that truly deserves wider recognition for its compelling beauty. Anders Eliasson's "Kimmo for Trumpet and 6 Percussion" will then take you on a thrilling journey, showcasing the exceptional talents of the CBSO's brass and percussion musicians. The climax of the afternoon will be a powerful performance of Mussorgsky's "Pictures at an Exhibition," arranged by Howarth, bringing the visual arts to life through sound.

Tickets for this spectacular event are priced between £26 and £38, with a per-ticket commission of £3.50 included for tickets over £15. This concert is also part of our multi-buy discount scheme, offering great savings. Additionally, we provide reduced ticket prices for students, 18-30s, under-18s, and benefit recipients, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to experience this magnificent performance.

The concert will last approximately 2 hours, including a 20-minute interval, allowing you to immerse yourself fully in the music and the moment.

Don't miss this opportunity to see Kazuki Yamada conduct the CBSO Brass and Percussion in what promises to be a memorable and exhilarating concert. Book your tickets now and be part of a musical journey that celebrates the power and beauty of brass and percussion.

Kazuki Conducts CBSO Brass & Percussion

Birmingham Town Hall

Under the direction of music director Carolyn Kuan, the HSO performs Beethoven’s third symphony (the “Eroica”) and there’s nothing quite like it. In fact, the fourth movement is one of the pieces that drew Maestro Kuan to conducting—the ending chorale is so simply gorgeous… “It feels like a glimpse of heaven, or of hope… all that is good in the world. Sharing this music is what makes being a conductor so special.”

Eroica & Four Seasons

The Bushnell

Buenos Aires comes to Chelsea when the Symphony Orchestra of Colón Opera plays music by Bizet, Wagner, Tchaikovsky and – of course – the tangos of Astor Piazzolla.

Buenos Aires Symphony Orchestra of Colón Opera

Smouldering, sultry, seductive: Buenos Aires is the city where passions catch fire and music teases the senses. Immerse yourself in its vibrant sensuality with the esteemed orchestra of Buenos Aires’s historic opera house, South America’s grandest – and the scorching emotions of Argentinian tango composer Astor Piazzolla.

Piazzolla

Events

Upcoming events

Dec 30, 2024 - Dec 31, 2025

Nytårsgalla · DR Symfoniorkestret

Mar 2, 2025

Kazuki Conducts CBSO Brass & Percussion · City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

4 - 6 Apr, 2025

Eroica & Four Seasons · Hartford Symphony Orchestra

May 14, 2025

Buenos Aires Symphony Orchestra of Colón Opera · Cadogan Hall

May 25, 2025

Sunday Classics 2024-2025 - Buenos Aires Symphony Orchestra of Colón Opera · Usher Hall

Past events

15 - 16 Nov, 2024

South American Heat · Grand Rapids Symphony

Nov 9, 2024

Tango Rhythms and Latin Dances · Fort Wayne Philharmonic

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