With 200 musicians on stage, Jaime Martínez captivated France

What a proud teacher! 

World Premiere

To the rhythm of oboes, bassoons, French bagpipes and a lot of Caribbean flavor, maestro Jaime Martínez, head of oboes at Filarmed, presented in France the world premiere of his work Au clair de la Lune sous le ciel des caraïbes (In the moonlight under the Caribbean sky) commissioned by the French Federation of Double Reed Instruments (FFAD).

The long-awaited premiere was made for an ensemble of two hundred European musicians performing oboe, love oboe, English horn, bassoon, contrabassoon and cornemeuses françaises (French bagpipes) made up of children, young people, professionals and amateurs, from orchestras, music schools , conservatories and associations of double reed instruments. The percussion – made up of instruments of Latin origin such as maracas, harpsichord, among others – was provided by Juan Andrés Martínez, son of maestro Jaime. The Venezuelan oboist played within the ensemble and performed an improvisation in the middle of his work. “Captivating the European public in the Latin American style was the surprise for this concert!” recalls the composer, who highlights that it had several social components; First, because it brought the public closer to this family of instruments and aroused the interest and motivation of children and young people.

“The children's song “Au Claire de la Lune”, deeply rooted in the French people and known throughout the world, was the basis that inspired me to compose these tropical variations; attributed to Jean Baptiste Lully, creator of the French baroque style par excellence and who, together with the Sun King of France Louis XIV, and his father Louis XIII, did so much for the development of double reed instruments with large ensembles like the one heard by the concert attendees,” said Jaime Martínez.

The presentation was under the direction of the French oboist and conductor, Maestro Pascal Zamora, who also works as English horn soloist of the National Orchestra of Lyon, friend and classmate of Jaime Martínez at the National Superior Conservatory of Music and Dance of Paris. The premiere of the work took place on October 22 at the Maurice Ravel Auditorium in Lyon - considered one of the most emblematic stages in France - at the opening concert of the European Reunions of Double Reed Instruments-Lyon, 2021 Next, Maestro Jaime gave a lecture on “The oboe in Caribbean popular music.” Filarmed's composer and principal oboist was sponsored by the FFDA and the De Gourdon-F.Lorée oboe factory in Paris.

“I think the audience immediately identified with the work, because 'Au Clair de la lune' is a very well-known children's song. The audience understood that my message is a fresh and sunny cultural bridge between France and the Caribbean, a bet on the democratization of these instruments that are still little known, a festival of double reed instruments. A historic moment because it was the first time that these rhythms were made with this instrumentation, imagine, a Colombian cumbia played by French cornemeuses!”, explained the oboist.

Caribbean party sounded in Europe

“It was a very special evening, for which I specially composed these tropical variations with representative rhythms of our Caribbean countries.” Jaime Martínez.

For Maestro Jaime it was a sunny and joyful trip, from France to his French Antilles, passing through Cuba, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, Colombia — where he currently resides — and which ended in his beloved country, Venezuela. Finally, he added that it was a “party” in Lyon to the rhythm of mambo.

Filarmed Entrepreneurship

The Medellín Philharmonic Orchestra supports the entrepreneurship of its musicians to have other musical experiences in the country and around the world. That is, we open the artistic panorama that exists around symphonic music to enhance their complementary skills to their professional practice.

For Maestro Jaime, an orchestra cannot be just an instrument that plays music, it must be much more than that: it must be a school, an academy, a university, where its members are given freedom to develop their talents and abilities. .

Agenda Imagine the Future

In these times of great social challenges, culture feels like a vigorous wind that runs through our territory and brings us closer to other human beings with whom we share desires, uncertainties and certainties. It proposes conversations about the present we live in and encourages dreams about the future we build.

We invite you to these meetings for the city and the department to imagine ourselves better.

October 12 °

Behind the South: dances for Manuel

Sankofa Danzafro

Hour: 8:00 pm It will be broadcast on the Facebook of @TeatroMetropolitanoMedellin and @comfama

Choreographer: Rafael Palacios

October 16

In your corner the stars. They won't be far away. Not this time.

Navigation and string concert by the Medellín Philharmonic Orchestra.

Limited capacity. In Comfama Pedregal.

Upcoming events A Nearby Heaven

Thursday, October 28, 7:00 pm at Comfama Bello

Saturday, October 30, 7:00 pm at the Comfama Cloister, San Ignacio square

 

We are nominated for the Latin Grammys

The album “Tú Rockito Filarmónico” by the Medellín Philharmonic Orchestra and Tú Rockcito has been nominated for the 2021 Latin Grammy in the Best Latin Music Album for Children Category. The award show will be held in Las Vegas, United States, on November 18, 2021. 
The album brings together the most recognized works of the children's rock band, this time arranged for a symphony orchestra. It was recorded live at a virtual concert in 2020, and brings together the power of music and gameplay. It is available on digital platforms.  

“Today we celebrate this nomination with deep joy. It is a recognition of the great band Tú Rockcito, in a production that was made as a family and with a lot of love with our orchestra during the pandemic. Furthermore, it is a commitment by the Medellín Philharmonic Orchestra to bring children closer to symphonic music.” María Catalina Prieto, executive director.  

“Tú Rockcito Filarmónico” is a unique bet, which brings together the power of music and play in a beautiful and entertaining production. The members of Filarmed, the lyrics and music of Tú Rockcito, the incredible arrangements of Jesús David Caro, the direction of Juan Pablo Valencia, and the playing and singing experience of Tú Rockcito, make this album an unforgettable adventure for adults and children. . 

“Audio and video production is dedicated to all the children of the world, those who with patience and resilience have adapted to the new circumstances that life offers and have given special value to art, songs, and concerts made with love. It is also dedicated to musicians, who, with their legacy, perseverance and creative force, continue to invent multiple ways to feed humanity and nourish souls. Nothing like a song to cheer the soul; “There is nothing like the Medellín Philharmonic Orchestra to enliven the senses.” Paula Ríos, vocalist and director of Tú Rockcito 

This new nomination for Filarmed (the previous one had been for the album Gardel Sinfónico with Ariel Ardit) shows the versatility of a young orchestra that enjoys joining together with other talented popular music artists. 

Tú Rockito Filarmónico is a production by Tú Rockcito and Filarmed, with the support of Comfama to bring rock and symphonic music to the children of Colombia and the world. 

 

 

Arts and culture: to imagine ourselves better!

In these times of great social challenges, culture feels like a vigorous wind that runs through our territory and brings us closer to other human beings with whom we share desires, uncertainties and certainties. It proposes conversations about the present we live in and encourages dreams about the future we build.

Culture, understood as our own beliefs, customs, values and practices, will always offer us a better understanding of the world. Our critical thinking is formed in it because it shows us the essence of individuals and societies. Music, theater, literature, and the plastic arts travel through time and represent founding moments of humanity. The inheritances of flavors, stories, and knowledge are a relief for the individual and collective spirit. There is no doubt that we need culture to strengthen us in difficult times.

The organizations that have assumed the responsibility of working for the comprehensive development of people in Antioquia see the urgency of a broad conversation about the world we want, a vital dialogue about the present and the future, that puts on the table our cultural diversity and the natural diversity of the territory we inhabit.

We are proud of our communities when they express their vision of the world through their rituals, customs and beliefs, with their songs and dances, and remind us that we are all a living mix of the historical peoples of this region.

Nature came first and the mountains and valleys, the flora and fauna, the rivers and the jungles, the sea coast have always been there. We are part of that great natural wealth, and those of us who inhabit this region are the image of its diversity.

In a very important place in this reflection we must deal with how to offer our children, adolescents and young people a horizon of care, enjoyment and knowledge. It is time to talk about the role of education and culture in a society that values democracy and stimulates the possibility of thinking freely, expressing oneself without restrictions and expressing oneself creatively.

It is urgent to consider how to achieve a society that respects human dignity, that protects the memory of the past and present, that is supportive, that has a high concept of justice and is moved by inequalities.

We want to ask ourselves what direction democracy will take, where the economic system is going, what we will do to be worthy of our natural and cultural diversity. We know that we can build a more humane world, and we also know that to achieve this we must let culture move us with its transformative force.

Cultural organizations, artists, writers, musicians, intellectuals, those who remind us that science is a cultural adventure and, in general, all of us who work as managers have the opportunity to reimagine our existence and set goals. common. Today we join forces to create a cultural ecosystem in tune with the purposes of the region that aspires to a future of equity and hope in all areas of life.

We need to unite all voices around this great conversation that will be heard in the corners of the geography. We want educators, scientists, athletes, businessmen, rulers, those who administer public goods and all citizens to participate, regardless of social, economic, political, religious, gender or other status. With everyone, with the broad and generous vision that culture offers us, we are going to reimagine society.

Museum of Modern Art of Medellín – Museum of Antioquia – Maja Museum of Jericó – Pedro Nel Gómez Museum – Pablo Tobón Uribe Theater – Metropolitan Theater – Nuestra Gente Corporation – Corriente Music Corporation – Explora – Universo Centro – Antioquia Railway Foundation – Dangerous Crew – Fernando González Corporation, Otraparte – Medellín Philharmonic Orchestra – Proantioquia – Comfama.

You can also join this manifesto by sharing it, letting us know that culture is essential and inviting citizen actions #ElCanOf theCulture

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An alliance that sounds throughout Antioquia

For Filarmed and Comfama Symphonic music is part of the universal heritage and cultural heritage of humanity. It is a legacy that is nourished by each era and that, in addition, has the possibility of exalting the feelings that unite human beings from different places in the world and from all times. 

The alliance Medellín Philharmonic Orchestra and Comfama It arises with the objective of democratizing access to symphonic music and stimulating artistic qualification processes throughout the territory of Antioquia. Both institutions join forces to create this agreement. 

 

A manifesto 

This alliance recognizes the legacy of symphonic music as a universal language without geographical barriers, which has the virtue of taking us to know other traditions and cultures of the world, in addition to valuing emerging composers and artists, as well as local, national and global talents.  

This is an initiative that promotes curiosity about a musical aesthetic that all people can appropriate as part of their social and cultural dynamics.  

This alliance between Filarmed and Comfama has four areas of interest: training, circulation, appropriation and entrepreneurship. The result of these four views is a cycle that favors the growth, strengthening and competitiveness of each of the music actors in the city and the region.  

From the trainingThe alliance views musical education as a right to which all children, adolescents, young people and adults can have access. This musical training opens a window to creative thinking, active listening and allows us to understand other types of artistic languages that give new meaning to human interaction.  

In circulation, the alliance has the purpose of bringing symphonic music to the entire territory under different formats and channels. It seeks to bring people closer to this musical aesthetic in parks, churches, theaters, educational and cultural centers in a natural way. It expands musical experiences for the public and enables other cultural and social habits for communities. 

On the axis of social appropriation, The alliance aims to give citizens the opportunity to know and enjoy the background of the world of a symphony orchestra: the diversity and richness of its instruments, the multiplicity of classical, modern, contemporary, current compositions and composers; the periods of music, the rituals and, in short, everything behind this world of symphonic music. 

Finally, with the component entrepreneurship, the alliance seeks to promote and accompany actors from all subsectors who work in the creation and production chain of symphonic music and, in the same way, all those who benefit from it. This way, more people benefit and the music sector in our territory is promoted. 

 

Upcoming concerts with the candidate for principal conductor

Christian Vásquez is one of the most recognized Venezuelan directors in the world and is a candidate for main director of Filarmed. And this Saturday he conducts the Medellín Philharmonic Orchestra at the Teatro Metropolitano. We will interpret the Clarinet Concerto in A majorby WA Mozart with the soloist Felipe Jiménez and the Symphony in C major by G. Bizet and Intermezzo in classical mode in B minor by M. Mussorgsky. Feel the live music with the peace of mind that you are in a safe space. The capacity is limited to guarantee distancing so that you can vibrate, get excited and be well.

Saturday, September 4, 6:00 pm
Metropolitan Theater 

Intermezzo in classic mode 
M. Mussorgsky 

Clarinet Concerto in A major 
W. A. Mozart
Soloist: Felipe Jiménez 

Symphony in C
G.Bizet

Ticket office: $65,000, $52,000 and $22,000
Points of sale: tubeleta.com and Theater box office  

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Friday, September 10, 6:00 pm
San Juan Apóstol Parish, Carrera 25 No. 1A South 155 

“From America to Europe in chamber music”

Symphony for winds in G minor 
G. Donizetti

little symphony 
C. Gounod

Taurus, symphony for strings 
J. Pinzón 

Fanfare for the common man 
A. Copland

Funeral march, The twilight of the gods
R. Wagner 

Muses and wheezing, symphonic movement for brass orchestra and percussion 
P. Flores 

Free entry / Prior registration  

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Friday, September 17, 6:00 pm 
University of Medellin Theater 

Tribute to John Williams 

Enjoy the most exciting soundtracks such as Star Wars, Superman, ET, Harry Potter, Jaws, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Jurassic Park, The Lord of the Rings, Gladiator, Spiderman, How to Train Your Dragon, Transformers, Avengers, James Suite Bond and Mission Impossible, among many more. 

Free entry / prior registration  

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Saturday, September 25, 6:00 pm
Perpetual Help Creative District 
Mattelsa Headquarters, Calle 35 No. 46 63
“A trip through Spain and Latin America” 

Spain
Prelude to La Revoltosa 
Ruperto Chapi 

Intermission from The Dance of Luis Alonso 
Geronimo Gimenez 

Puerto Rico
The cumbanchero 
Rafael Hernandez 

Cuba
How delicious the mambo 
José Dámaso Pérez Prado 

black tears
Miguel Matamoros 

Brazil
Adagio for strings  
Alberto Nepomuceno 

Venezuela
Midday in the Llano
Antonio Estevez 

Colombia
Light the candle and Suite Calamary 
Lucho Bermudez

Carmenea
Miguel Angel Martin 

Free entry / prior registration 

Visit of the first candidate for director

David Greilsammer

Candidate for principal director of Filarmed

Known for his eclectic and fascinating programs, conductor and pianist David Greilsammer is recognized as one of the classical world's most daring and adventurous artists. Praised as a musician who is never afraid to take risks on stage, he has created some of the most daring musical projects today.

In addition to presenting innovative performances, ranging from Baroque to contemporary music, David Greilsammer is also celebrated for his interpretations of Mozart. He has performed all of Mozart's piano sonatas in Paris in a one-day “marathon.”

Since 2013, David Greilsammer has served as musical and artistic director of the Geneva Camerata. He has performed as guest conductor/soloist with the BBC Philharmonic, San Francisco Symphony, Salzburg Mozarteum Orchestra, Radio France Philharmonic Orchestra, Beijing National Symphony, Mexican National Symphony, Jerusalem Symphony, Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony and the Medellín Philharmonic, among others.

This year he released a new album with the Naïve record label with his piano recital “Labyrinth” which was described by the press as ingenious, fascinating and brave, in addition to awarding him more than ten international awards.


From July to August we will have their presentations throughout the city

Saturday, July 24, 7:00 pm
University of Medellin Theater

Serenade No. 10 “Gran partita”
W. A. Mozart

Holberg Suite, Op. 40
E. Grieg

Allegro vivacisimo
Symphony No. 3 “Scottish”
F. Mendelssohn


Saturday, July 31, 6:00 pm
Metropolitan Theater

On Saturday, July 31, in our Meetings Season with the Metropolitan Theater we present our candidate for main director, David Greilsammer, with the works: Introspective and living land by Jorge Pinzón, Piano Concerto in G major by Maurice Ravel and Symphony No 2 in C major by Robert Schumann.

Ticket office: $65,000, $52,000 and $22,000


Friday, August 6, 6:00 pm
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish

The magical world of Mozart

Overture of
“The Marriage of Figaro”

Concertant Symphony
for violin and viola
Soloists: Clara Rojas
and David Merchan

Arias from The Clemency of Tito
Mezzo-soprano: Laura Mosquera

Symphony No. 38 “Prague”


Saturday, August 14, 7:00 pm
University of Medellin Theater

Symphony Op. 6, No. 6
Johann Christian Bach

Concerto for flute and orchestra
in D minor
Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
Soloist: Elizabeth Osorio

Symphony in D minor
Johann Christoph Friedrich Bach

Orchestra Suite No. 3 in D major
Johann Sebastian Bach

Release

Following reports of sexual harassment in the symphonic music sector, the Medellín Philharmonic Orchestra undertook a process to incorporate into its actions the creation of a safe and respectful work environment for women. This process led to the definition of a Diversity and Equality Policy and the adoption of a Protocol for the prevention and response to sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination.

This protocol defines the form of action in the event of complaints of sexual violence and the approaches with which they should be addressed. An alternative approach that seeks to ensure recognition, reparation and a commitment to non-repetition; a corrective approach and a legal legal approach. It also contemplates the creation of a commission in charge of processing complaints, made up of volunteers from the orchestral staff and the administration.

Through the channel opened for this purpose, Filarmed has received two complaints, the first in December 2020, which was addressed by the commission under the alternative approach, and the second, in June 2021, in which the competence of the commission and applicability of the protocol.

The protocol has been applied strictly, with a gender focus and under the principles of due process and care for others. The parties have been heard at length and reparation formulas have been sought, understanding that the higher purpose of this action is to achieve a fundamental transformation and build a safe work environment without discrimination.

The first complaint has gone through the corresponding process and its resolution will be announced in the coming days. All complaints that arrive through the mail diversityequality@filarmed.org They will be attended to with a gender focus, following the protocol and applying the principles of confidentiality, due process and care for others.

The Diversity and Equality Policy:

The Protocol for the prevention and attention of sexual harassment and discrimination based

in gender:

Complaints are received through this email:

diversityequality@filarmed.org

“Tú Rockcito Filarmónico”, an album to sing, play and learn from the symphonic world

A child who lulls the moon to sleep in his crib and when he wakes up, he makes the jungle, the earth and his mother tremble, with his antics at bedtime, is the story he tells. From the cradle to the jungle; a lullaby, now conceived in an exciting symphonic atmosphere, which becomes the appropriate setting to calm crying and call sleep.

This story turned into music, like 10 other songs for children make up “Tú Rockcito Filarmónico”, in a unique bet, which brings together the power of music and games in a beautiful and entertaining production. The members of Filarmed, the incredible arrangements of Jesús David Caro, the direction of Juan Pablo Valencia, and the playing and singing experience of Tú Rockcito, make this album an unforgettable adventure for adults and children.

“Tú Rockcito Filarmónico”, a unique album in the recording history of the Colombian children's world, has the support of Comfama and is part of the alliance with the Family Compensation Fund in which the purpose is to recognize the legacy of symphonic music as a universal language, strengthen musical learning in Antioquia, value composers and artists who make part of this scene and promote curiosity for a musical aesthetic that all families can appropriate as part of their social and cultural dynamics.

The album will be available on digital platforms from Friday, April 30.

“Audio and video production is dedicated to all the children of the world, those who with patience and resilience have adapted to the new circumstances that life offers and have given special value to art, songs, concerts made with love . It is also dedicated to musicians, who, with their legacy, perseverance and creative force, continue to invent multiple ways to feed humanity and nourish souls. Nothing like a song to cheer the soul; nothing like the Medellín Philharmonic Orchestra to enliven the senses”. Paula Ríos, vocalist and director of Tú Rockcito

Celebrating 38 years, the highest note of Filarmed

Night of celebration to recognize and thank musicians, audiences, allies and sponsors, who have participated in the growth of the orchestra.

On Saturday, April 17 at 7:00 pm on social networks, the Medellín Philharmonic Orchestra -Filarmed- will celebrate its 38 years with the Anniversary Concert, in which several chamber groups of the orchestra will celebrate by performing music from various places in the world. world. In this virtual broadcast we want to involve the entire audience in feeling the emotion of chamber music.

The Anniversary Concert is presented in alliance with Comfama, with the support of the Ministry of Culture and the Mayor's Office of Medellín, and the sponsorship of Bancolombia and EPM.

“The dream began when I founded an orchestra in the garage of my house. April 16, 1983 is the date that marked the beginning of a path that, despite being marked by difficulties, now fills me with pride and satisfaction. Currently, Filarmed, thanks to its model of social, educational and artistic transformation, places Medellín as one of the most important cultural cities in all of Latin America.” Alberto Correa, founder and director emeritus of the orchestra.

celebrate memory

For Maestro Correa there have been 38 years of deep emotions and joys at Filarmed, of which four moments stand out that have marked his artistic history. First, in 1985 the execution of the Triumphs of Orff that for the first time in the world, in the same night, the staging of the three love cantatas of Carl Orff; It was made for seven and an eighth days for National Television. Second, in the year of 1995 Queen became symphonic, with arrangements and direction by maestro Louis Clark, and then The Beatles became symphonic. Third, in 2013 the appointment of Francisco Rettig as chief conductor, which gave consolidation, height and artistic strengthening to the orchestra for having performed most of the symphonies of Mahler, Bruckner and Strauss, works that few orchestras worldwide perform due to their technical complexity. Fourth, in 2019 Filarmed's first international tour with participation in the Festival dei 2 Mondi in Spoleto, Italy

The role that Filarmed plays is to transform the cultural life of the country through recitals and concerts, and the dissemination of new works by young composers and a wide catalog that includes not only the universal classical repertoire but also popular, religious and contemporary music. It also promotes national talent, with the residency of outstanding Colombian composers and directors.” Jorge Pinzón, resident composer.

An orchestra proud of its artistic quality

In its 38 years the Orchestra has spread universal music in concerts in the most different settings. Conductors of the stature of Krzystof Penderecki and Andrés Orozco-Estrada, and soloists such as Lang Lang, Santiago Cañón, Liviu Prunaru, concertmaster of the Royal Concertgebouw of Holland and Stefan Dohr, first horn of the Berlin Philharmonic have been on stage with Filarmed. “In the country we are proud of their very high performance, recognition and laudable cultural work.” says teacher Pinzón.

Music unites us in the distance

Filarmed is a walking house with open doors, it is a large family, it is dialogue and sound, It is an invitation to listen, to come together, it is commitment, discipline and sensitivity, it is a place to meet and find ourselves.” Natalia Valencia, composer

The pandemic forced us to adapt formats, to prepare new repertoires to strengthen chamber groups. It led us to develop new skills, such as recording ourselves independently, broadcasting our concerts on social networks, making a presence and getting closer to the public by putting music in conversation with other topics. After an unclear start, we managed to develop programming that connected with the public.

Furthermore, 2020 taught us that today, more than ever, we are not an orchestra from Medellín but from the world, Because the opening of digital channels has allowed us to expand and make our music visible without borders. In addition, he reaffirmed the value of music to heal and encourage the spirit of the public.

Filarmed is an agent of social transformation

We bring music to the people, and we allow people to access it in multiple ways. First, we carry out a model of musical formation focused on artistic practice and the development of values. In this program they come into contact with the orchestra close to 10.000 children from several municipalities per year, and 750 They constantly participate in programs musical initiation and in orchestral practice, in San Jerónimo, La Ceja, Apartadó, Turbo, Carepa and Chigorodó. Second, We are working on strengthening a couple of programs in which we make it clear that music can transform lives, one with a neurodiverse population, called I'm a musician, and the Reconciliation Choir in which victims and participants of the conflict add their voices and give us an example of peacebuilding.

Filarmed as a cultural entity that promotes great artistic diversity leaves an indelible mark on new generations, ratifying the message of continuing to forge new paths, new artistic ideals, as well as the formation of audiences, and broad coverage at all cultural levels. In the same way, it encourages us to preserve the spirit and values that as a nation it is our responsibility to magnify with dignity.

The Orchestra for the city is one of its great cultural values. Filarmed is leaving a very important legacy that serves as a testimony for future generations and its challenge is to continue its path for the benefit of the city, the region and the country.” Eduardo Carrizosa, Colombian director

Chamber music to celebrate 

Melodies that express emotion and gratitude will frame the celebration of the 38 years by Filarmed.

We will enjoy European music String Quartet No. 1 “Of my life” (Allegro vivo appassionato) by Bedřich Smetana and St. Paul's Suite Op. 29 (Giga: Vivace) by Gustav Holst; from North America A Western Fanfare by Eric Ewazen and Pastoral for wind quintet by Amy Beach; and from Latin America Metamorphosis from VC4, Toto by Reinaldo Tobón and Arabesque (harp version) by Luis A. Calvo.

Chamber music is demanding and allows instrumentalists to work on technical and artistic elements that are not used in orchestral composition.. In chamber music each sound is much deeper and is heard completely, it is almost a crystalline experience. Each performer plays a soloist role, because they have the challenge of expressing themselves more individually.” Jaime Martínez, oboe principal
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