Sundays at 10:00 pm
Exploring the diverse traditions of Latin American and Iberian music
Devoted to showcasing Latin American and Iberian music from the 16th century to today, Fiesta brings creatively and historically significant compositions and artists to audiences. Acclaimed composer, musician, and professor Elbio Barilari is your guide on this adventure through a rich musical landscape. Enjoy and learn about the lively, compelling, and seldom-heard treasures of Latin American and Spanish classical music from around the world.
Le donne cambiate -An 18th Century Portuguese Opera
Fiesta presents selections from his opera “Le donne cambiate”, a very successful work which first performance took place at Teatro San Moisè, Venezia in 1797.
Great Symphonic Music of Mexico
Fiesta presents four outstanding orchestral works by contemporary and historical composers. We will hear the great Carlos Chávez Symphony No. 1 and José Pablo Moncayo’s miniature masterpiece Sinfonietta paired with recent works by Hebert Vázquez and Mauricio Zyman.
Latin American Art Songs
Fiesta explores the world of Latin American art songs on out next program. We will feature vocal music accompanied by strings, piano, guitar, and orchestra.
Robert Xavier Rodríguez: US Latino Composer
Robert Xavier Rodríguez is best known for his popular his opera Frida, based on the famous artist from Mexico. But before the opera, he already established a brilliant career. His music has been performed around the world and he is one of the most accomplished US living composers. Fiesta presents his Xochiquetzal for Violin & Percussion Orchestra as well as ...
Fresh Ink 2025
Fiesta’s continuing series of “Fresh Ink’, which features recently composed music from Latin America. Our program will feature adventurous works by Tania León, Carlos Pavan, Enrico Chapela, and Arturo Márquez
México On My Mind
México is a fascinating country that has attracted the attention of many artists, including composers, from around the world. On this program, we will hear how different composers have been influenced by Mexican music and art. With compositions by Aaron Copland, Conlon Nancarrow, Robert McBride and Fiesta’s host Elbio Barilari.
