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One of the leading chamber ensembles dedicated to music written in the Americas, Camerata de las Américas, is the focus for this program. Formed in Mexico in 1988, this virtuosic group has a large discography and has performed all over the world. Host Elbio Barilari will share some of his favorite recordings from this ensemble, including their tribute to the great Mexican master Silvestre Revueltas.

One of the most famous symphonies in the world, the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra was founded in Venezuela in 1975 by composer José Antonio Abreu. Fiesta pays tribute to this great orchestra that has been led by such conductors as Claudio Abbado, Eduardo Mata, and Gustavo Dudamel. Host Elbio Barilari shares some of his favorite recordings from this virtuosic orchestra.

Fiesta explores the many rhythms and beats of South America. These contagious folk grooves have been taken by classical composers and brought into the concert hall. Host Elbio Barilari shares some of his favorite uses of these popular rhythms.

Founded by conductor Enrique Bátiz in 1971 the Orquesta Sinfónica del Estado de México or the Symphony Orchestra of the State of Mexico is one of the most important orchestras in the world. They have traveled worldwide as well as being one of the great supporters of Latin American music. Host Elbio Barilari will pick some of his favorite Latin American compositions recorded by this distinguished orchestra.

Join host, Elbio Barilari as he takes you on a musical tour of Latin America.  Featuring symphonic, chamber and vocal works; we will be making stops in Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Colombia.  All aboard the Latin American Express!

Puerto Rican Roberto Sierra is one of the most important living composers of contemporary classical music.  Sierra’s work draws from the 20th century avant-garde music and the 19th century romantic traditions alike and synthesized his European and Latino influences. Host, Elbio Barilari will pick some of his favorite pieces from this composer’s vast catalogue, including his Caribbean Rhapsody.

Host Elbio Barilari, speaks with his fellow countryman Miguel Del Águila about composing music in the 21st century, his early life in Uruguay, and his music output.  We will also feature some of his recently recorded pieces by the Buffalo Philharmonic, the Hat Trick Trio, and the TransAtlantic Ensemble.

Fiesta pays tribute to the many female composers of Latin America. Included in the program are Ángela Peralta and María Granillo, from México, Teresa Carreño from Venezuela and Margarita Luna from the Dominican Republic. Join us for this celebration of Latina composers!

Together with Brazil and Cuba, Mexico is one of the powerhouses of Latin American music. With roots in the native cultures as well as in the Colonial period, Mexican music shows an extraordinary vitality and a variety of colors and soundscapes. This hour we will share some of the biggest names in Classical music as well as some composers you may not know.

Join host, Elbio Barilari as he takes you on a musical tour of Latin American and Iberican concert music.  Featuring some of the greatest music written for the concert hall including the music of Heitor Villa-Lobos, Federico Moreno Torroba, and Manuel de Falla.