México On My Mind

February 23, 2025, 10:00 pm

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Aaron Copland, 1962

México is a fascinating country that has attracted the attention of many artists, including composers,. On this program, we will hear how composers from around the United States have been influenced by Mexican music and art. With compositions by Aaron Copland, Conlon Nancarrow, Robert McBride and Fiesta’s host Elbio Barilari.

Playlist

Mexican Rhapsody, by Robert McBride
Eastman Rochester Symphony Orchestra; Howard Hanson, conductor

El Salón México, by Aaron Copland
BBC Philharmonic; John Wilson, conductor

Ofrendas, by Elbio Barilari
Chicago Sinfonietta; Andrés Franco, conductor

Piece No. 2 for Small Orchestra, by Conlon Nancarrow
Continuum; Joel Sachs, conductor