Spanish Fiesta
November 8, 9 & 10, 2025
Weill Hall, Green Music Center
Francesco Lecce-Chong, conductor
Alexander Kahn, assistant conductor*
Raphaël Feuillâtre, guitar
Leah Finn, mezzo-soprano
CLARICE ASSAD: Baião ‘N’ Blues
JOAQUÍN RODRIGO: Concierto de Aranjuez for Guitar and Orchestra
MANUEL DE FALLA: El sombrero de tres picos [The Three-Cornered Hat] for Mezzo-Soprano and Orchestra
Rodrigo’s beloved complex yet elegant Concierto de Aranjuez finds new expression in the dazzling virtuosity of world-renowned guitarist Raphaël Feuillâtre. Manuel de Falla’s The Three-Cornered Hat is filled with Spanish dance rhythms and rich melodies. Rounding out the program is Clarice Assad’s Baião ‘N’ Blues, a lively fusion of Brazilian rhythms and American blues.
*Alexander Kahn will be conducting Clarice’s piece
Programs, dates, artists, and prices are subject to change without notice. Tickets are subject to availability.
Photo by Stefan Höderath