Both US-born Latino composers and composers who migrated from Latin America have written music reflecting the American experience in all its nuances. On this episode of Fiesta, we will share music about immigrants’ journeys and lives in the United States. In addition, our host, Elbio Barilari, will speak about his own experiences coming to America as well as other Latino composers who have made the US their home. Come celebrate Independence Day with us… Latino style!
Esta Tierra Es Mi Tierra: Latino Composers Reflect on the American Experience
Playlist
This Land is Your Land, by Woody Guthrie
Woody Guthrie, voice and guitar and Sones de Mexico Ensemble
Pacific Serenade, for Clarinet and Strings, by Miguel del Aguila
Gary Gray, clarinet; Pacific Serenade Ensemble
Oh Yemanjá (Mother’s Prayer) by Tania León
Dawn Upshaw, soprano; The Orchestra of St. Luke’s; David Zinman, conductor
In Motion: The Power, by Tania León
Son Sonora Voices & Ensemble; DanceBrazil Percussion; Tania León, conductor
El Muro (The Wall) by Ricardo Lorenz
University of Michigan Symphony Band; Michael Haithcock, conductor
Borikén, by Roberto Sierra
Puerto Rico Symphony Orchestra; Maximiano Valdés, conductor