Spanish music for violin and piano

PERFORMERS
Gonzalo Jaubert, violin
Nauzet Mederos, Piano

TAZACORTE, House of Culture
July 19, 8:00 p.m.
Free entry

In this evocative recital titled Behind the Landscape, performers Gonzalo Jaubert (violin) and Nauzet Mederos (piano) transport us through the rich and varied tradition of Spanish music. The program includes works by prominent composers such as Eduard Toldrà, Miguel Huertas, Isaac Albéniz and Manuel de Falla, offering a mix of colors, rhythms and melodies that capture the soul of Spain.

Opening of Zarzuela Estudio Internacional: Cocktail - concert

PERFORMERS
Singers participating in Zarzuela Estudio Internacional,
Alain del Real, Piano

BREÑA BAJA (Los Cancajos), Hotel H10
July 21, 7:00 p.m.
Free entry< /p>

In the prestigious H10 Hotel in Los Cancajos, the opening of Zarzuela Estudio Internacional will take place, a high-performance training program dedicated to zarzuela and this year it celebrates its 5th edition. This presentation event, designed to be close and accessible, will allow all the participants and speakers of this ambitious project to be introduced.

The evening will begin with a brief presentation of the project and its participants by its director, teacher Isabel Costes, followed by the performance of a popular repertoire by some of the talented members of the studio, accompanied by the renowned pianist Mexican Alain del Real. This presentation will highlight the talent of the performers and will be an opportunity to share this special moment with the local community and visitors.

Singing and piano recital

IPERPRETERS
Ricardo Calderón, tenor
Alain del Real, Piano

BREÑA BAJA (Los Cancajos), Antiguas Salinas
July 22, 8:00 p.m.
Free entry< /p>

Intimate tenor and piano recital, an emotional journey that goes from romanticism to contemporary, presenting a variety of composers, eras, styles and currents. This concert includes traditional songs commonly presented in a Mexican music presentation and rarely performed pieces that are true musical gems and demonstration of diverse styles; a presentation by two artists with recognized careers, who unite their talents in an interesting and challenging program, which will show a rich balance between technical and interpretative aspects, through an entertaining, accessible, emotional and enjoyable musical journey for all audiences, with the interpretation of pieces by Ponce, Tata Nacho, Grever, Galindo, Del Moral, Armengol, Manzanero, Catán, Cantora, Uribe; and that includes the interpretation of a song by Mr. Alain Del Real.

Intimate voice and piano recital

PERFORMERS
Ricardo Calderón, tenor
Miguel Huertas, Piano

EL PASO, Braulio Martín Hernández House of Culture
July 23, 8:00 p.m.
Free entry

This special concert addresses Spanish concert songs, as an emotional, heartfelt and dedicated musical journey, covering a variety of composers, eras, regions and that unique Spanish feeling, a presentation that shows the great tradition and variety of Spanish music and its composers, and which includes the premiere of works by Mtro. Miguel Huertas, renowned Spanish pianist, composer and conductor.

This recital includes rarely performed pieces that will allow the public to discover a new way of interaction in the field of poetry and Spanish concert song, thanks to the versatility and artistic solvency of the two musicians who will star in this delicate and delicious rectal .

Piano recital

INTÉRPRETE
Sergio Vázquez, piano

SANTA CRUZ DE LA PALMA, Real Club Náutico (Headquarters)
July 25, 8:00 p.m.
Free entry< /em>

The renowned Mexican pianist Sergio Vázquez takes us on a fascinating musical journey with the program 'Entre Mares - Saudade'. Through his virtuosity and deep knowledge of Mexican and Spanish music, Vázquez establishes bridges between both musical worlds, revealing surprising connections and emotional similarities between the works of prominent composers of both cultures. From the vibrant melodies of the zarzuela to the evocative pieces of the most renowned Mexican composers, 'Entre Mares' promises a unique experience that celebrates the richness and diversity of Ibero-American music."

Lyrical Gala

PERFORMERS
Singers of “V Zarzuela Estudio Internacional”
Alain del Real, piano

SAN ANDRÉS Y SAUCES,
Manuel Guardia Roldán House of Culture
July 25, 8:00 p.m.
Free entry

Zarzuela Estudio Internacional presents an exciting lyrical gala focused on zarzuela through its emblematic romances and duets. The talented participating singers, accompanied by the prestigious Mexican pianist Alain del Real, will offer a varied repertoire that includes pieces of Spanish and Ibero-American music. This event not only celebrates the artists' emerging talent, but also underscores Zarzuela Estudio Internacional's commitment as a launching pad for top-level singers on the international lyrical scene.

Lyrical Gala

PERFORMERS
Singers of “V Zarzuela Estudio Internacional”
Alain del Real, piano

LOS LLANOS DE ARIDANE,
Antonio Gómez Felipe Park
July 26, 9:00 p.m.
Free entry

One more year the La Palma Spanish Music and Zarzuela Festival reunites with the Antonio Gómez Felipe Park in Los Llanos de Aridane. A paradisiacal and emblematic place that has welcomed the Zarzuela at different times that have served as a haven for residents and visitors of the municipality in difficult times for the Valley. For this occasion, the singing participants of Zarzuela Estudio Internacional, accompanied by the great Mexican pianist Alain del Real, will offer a lyrical gala full of famous pages of zarzuela, and pieces of Spanish and Ibero-American music are included.

Singing and piano recital

PERFORMERS
Ricardo López, baritone
Sergio Vázquez, piano

BREÑA BAJA (Los Cancajos), Antiguas Salinas
July 26, 9:00 p.m.
Free entry< /p>

Cantares de México is an artistic project whose purpose is the search, rescue and interpretation of vocal chamber music from all over Mexico; It also entails the challenge of carefully selecting the repertoire, and requires the performers to adequately manage emotions, expressiveness, nuances and musical dynamics, in order to bring the poetic text to life in the few minutes of a song.

Choirs and Spanish songs

PERFORMERS
Singers of “V Zarzuela Estudio Internacional”
Miguel Huertas, piano
Nikoleta Popova, choir director

SANTA CRUZ DE LA PALMA, Palacio Salazar
July 27, 12:00 pm
Free entry

Special concert where zarzuela choirs will perform as well as international and gospel songs.
The choir, under the expert direction of Nicoleta Popova, will offer a unique musical experience that combines Spanish tradition with international influences. The program will be completed with several performances of Spanish concert songs by the soloists participating in Zarzuela Estudio Internacional.

At the end, a Vermouth will be served to attendees.

Absolute premiere

PERFORMERS
Singers of “V Zarzuela Estudio Internacional”
Nauzet Mederos, piano.
Yónatan Sánchez, composer
Isabel Costes, musical director

SANTA CRUZ DE LA PALMA,
Circo de Marte Municipal Theater
July 27, 8:00 p.m.< /p>

With this programming, the aim is to publicize small-format zarzuelas, composed on behalf of the Spanish Music Festival and La Palma zarzuela, which last no more than twenty minutes. The MICROZARZUELAS, based on a format created by the teacher Isabel Costes and composed by Yónatan Sánchez Santianés, are configured as “brief musical capsules” where the composer proposes small works that are very transparent in their composition and arguments. Very defined characters and interesting melodies can be a perfect cocktail to awaken the loyalty and approach of the general public to a genre that is so much ours that enjoys a significant fan base throughout the Latin world. In this new event the absolute premiere of the Microzarzuelas “Mascarones y Gigantes” and “En la Playa de los Cancajos” will take place.

Singing and piano recital

PERFORMERS
Ricardo López, baritone
Sergio Vázquez, piano

SANTA CRUZ DE LA PALMA,
Real Club Náutico, Headquarters
July 27, 12:00 noon
Free entry

This genuine artistic proposal celebrates the extensive list of composers who have used García Lorca's verses, with a special focus on Mexico, a leader in Latin America in this fusion. The work of Mexican composers inspired by the Granada poet stands out, along with songs compiled and harmonized by Lorca himself. This event offers a unique experience, honoring García Lorca through performances that capture the depth and beauty of his poetic and musical legacy.

Piano recital

PERFORMER
Alain del Real, piano

SANTA CRUZ DE LA PALMA,
Circo de Marte Municipal Theater
July 29, 8:00 p.m.< /p>

Although from different cultural and geographical contexts, Spanish and Russian music share a deep love for national identity and musical storytelling. Both use the piano to express the history, culture and emotions of their people.

Spanish music, with its rhythmic vitality and vibrant colors, captures the spirit of its culture through works by Monpou, Falla and Ravel. The second part of the concert is dedicated to Russian music, highlighting Modest Mussorgsky's masterpiece, "Pictures at an Exhibition", which paints vivid pictures of Russian life and culture, from the "Promenade" to "The Great Gate of kyiv ".

EL boticario y las chulapas y celos mal reprimidos
Sainete lírico de Tomás Bretón y Ricardo de la Vega

INTÉRPRETES
Cantantes de “V Zarzuela Estudio Internacional”
Miguel Huertas, piano.
Leopoldo Falcón, dirección de escena.
Isabel Costes, dirección musical.

SANTA CRUZ DE LA PALMA, 
Teatro Municipal Circo de Marte
30 de julio, 20:00 horas

El FESTIVAL DE MÚSICA ESPAÑOLA Y ZARZUELA DE LA PALMA, para la clausura de su X edición,  produce esta célebre Zarzuela (Sainete lírico). Contará con la participación de los cantantes que han formado parte de Zarzuela Estudio Internacional. La dirección de escena corre a cargo de Leopoldo Falcón y la dirección musical y artística será asumida por la maestra Isabel Costes. Piano, Miguel Huertas.
 
La historia transcurre en el Madrid castizo un atardecer de agosto, en la víspera de la Virgen de la Paloma.

Susana y Casta, dos jóvenes trabajadoras de un comercio aceptan los galanteos de un maduro boticario, don Hilarión. Julián, un cajista, que está enamorado de la Susana no ve con buenos ojos al boticario ni sus intenciones. 

Llega el día de la Verbena de la Paloma y las dos jóvenes, con su mantón de Manila y su vestido de seda “chiné”, deciden acompañar a su maduro admirador al festejo. Julián estará allí acompañado de su tía Rita, que intenta disuadirle de ceder a la ira, recordándole a cada paso que debe mantener el temple.

PERFORMERS
Paula Costes, soprano
Ricardo Calderón, tenor
Nauzet Mederos, piano< /em>

LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA,
Hotel Santa Catalina
July 25, 8:00 p.m.

In the luxurious Hotel Santa Catalina in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, two former stars of the musical, now retired, meet unexpectedly while enjoying their vacation. The surprise grows when they discover that the pianist who always accompanied them on their tours is also there.

This chance reunion awakens not only memories and laughter, but also old tensions and passions. Between drinks, confessions and songs, the three older artists embark on a vibrant and nostalgic journey through their artistic lives. The mix of spicy anecdotes, revealed secrets and undeniable chemistry promises a show full of surprises and emotions.

With this initiative, Secretos Líricos, as an extension of the Festival of Spanish Music and Zarzuela of La Palma, we continue with the expansion of programming and the search for new audiences that in the future can strengthen loyalty with the Festival.