Valley of the Moon Music Festival

Valley of the Moon Music Festival

Sunday, Jul 28, 2024 at 2:00pm

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Schedule:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Kids and Family Concert Free at Sebastiani Theatre
Step into the whimsical world of Wolfgang Amadeus Schmutzinberry, as our beloved composer friend returns to Sonoma! Through engaging storytelling and interactive fun, children and families will enjoy the rich musical traditions of different Mexican regions and be amazed as Schmutzinberry draws parallels to the enchanting world of European chamber music. It’s a magical experience that blends laughter, learning, and the universal language of music. This event is free and open to all but you must RSVP.

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm: México and Argentina at Hanna Boys Center
From pleasing to provocative, intellectual to insouciant, this program sheds light on the many facets of 20th-century Mexican and Argentinian classical compositions. Feel the passion and intensity of the tango in Piazzola’s renowned "Seasons", juxtaposed with the exhilarating and profound string quartet "Música de Feria" by Revueltas. The program also features the graceful compositions of Manuel Ponce, offering a glimpse into the elegant charm of his musical creations. Works by 20th-century composers Alberto Ginastera (Argentina) and Mario Lavista (Mexico) top off an exciting and varied program. All are invited to join the musicians for a closing celebration after the concert.

Program:
Miguel Bernal Jiménez - Carteles (1957)
Manuel M. Ponce  - Sonata a Duo for Violin and Viola (1938)
Ponce - Suite bitonal  | I. Preludio scherzoso
Alberto Ginastera - Danzas Argentinas op. 2 (1937)
Astor Piazzolla - Otoño Porteño (1969) (arr. For piano Trio)
Mario Lavista - Tres Danzas Seculares for Cello and Piano | II. Allegro giocoso e leggiero
Silvestre Revueltas - Música de Feria (1932)
Piazzolla - Primavera Porteña (1969)
Cuellar  - Estrellita (arr. for violin and piano by Jascha Heifetz)

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