The Mexican soprano Olivia Gorra, with the Guanajuato State Music Band performed at the Roberto Plasencia Saldana Theater The concert is part of t
The Mexican soprano Olivia Gorra, with the Guanajuato State Music Band performed at the Roberto Plasencia Saldana Theater
The concert is part of the Circuit of the 51st International Cervantino Festival
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The Roberto Plasencia Saldana Bicentennial Theater of the Guanajuato Cultural Forum as part of the program of the 51st International Cervantino Festival presented the concert “Olivia Gorra sings to Jose Alfredo Jimenez”; a collaboration of the Guanajuato State Music Band and internationally renowned Mexican soprano, Olivia Gorra.
It was a special show in tribute to the incomparable Guanajuatense musician and composer Jose Alfredo Jimenez , commemorating the 50th anniversary of his death; the concert in the Main Hall of the Roberto Plasencia Saldana Bicentennial Theater, was a unique musical experience that celebrates the poetic and musical legacy of Jose Alfredo with an artistic union and a passionate interpretation of the Guanajuato native’s compositions, pieces that are true literary and poetic treasures.
The extensive work of Jose Alfredo Jimenez is a testament to his creative genius, and on this occasion, the musical gems hidden in the depths of his repertoire will be explored. These poetic pearls were performed by the powerful voice of Olivia Gorra, whose unique style and personality brought these compositions to life in a moving way.
The Guanajuato State Music Band, with 167 years of history, continues to be a pillar in the interpretation of Guanajuatense composers, both in the academic and popular spheres. The music and immortal lyrics of Jose Alfredo Jimenez are essential in the sound imagination and culture of Guanajuato, and this tribute honors that musical legacy.
Olivia Gorra is an internationally recognized Mexican soprano. She has been a principal singer at the Metropolitan Opera House and has received numerous awards and honors throughout her career.
The contribution of Gorra to music and the arts has led her to be named Mexico’s Cultural Ambassador to the world and to receive the Mozart Medal from the Austrian Embassy in Mexico, among other recognitions. Olivia Gorra is a beautiful, multifaceted voice who has collaborated with prominent artists and orchestras around the world.
The Guanajuato State Music Band is a prominent musical institution in Mexico and Latin America; it has been recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of the State of Guanajuato and continues to enrich the music scene of Mexico.
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