"Neither Music would be what it is nor would the modern orchestra sound as it sounds if the influence of the "cante jondo" did not exist." - Manuel de Falla, 1922
Renowned flamenco artists Sonia Olla and Ismael Fernández (Madonna, Ricky Martin) join pianist and Berklee faculty member Olivia Pérez Collellmir and her acclaimed musicians to present an impassioned evening of music and dance from Spain.
The Soundscapes of spain team
Interprets
Olivia Pérez Collellmir, piano / Ismael Fernández, cante / Sonia Olla, baile / Guillermo Guillén, guitar / Berklee Spanish Music Ensemble under the direction of Jerry Gates
Soundscapes of Spain
Featuring the captivating sounds of flamenco, fused with jazz, Latin influences, and classical stylings, the concert explores Spain’s traditional folkloric roots and its contemporary composers, creating a universal sound with no musical boundaries.
Premiere has been performed at the Berklee Performance Center on January 30 2020.