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NWS Mix Tape - Music of Latin America

NWS Mix Tape - Music of Latin America: New World Symphony Fellows, under the direction of Michael Tilson Thomas, are preparing for leadership roles in orchestras and ensembles by studying with and performing alongside the world’s finest musicians. Here they share their favorite music of Latin America.

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Amelia del Cano, Bassoon:

The Mignone Waltzes and the Villa-Lobos quintet were formative pieces for me as a bassoonist. They were my first introduction to Brazilian classical music and the start of my learning process of how to play in different Latin styles, such as the 'modinha'.


Antonio Escobedo, Bass:

Alberto Ginastera - Concerto for Harp

This was my first introduction to Ginastera; I still remember the high energy this piece brings, as well as some hauntingly beautiful sections. One part that really strikes me when the harp is used percussively, a very unique moment for the Harp repertoire.

Astor Piazzolla - Contrabajeando

This is a great example of Piazzolla's tango music. I happened to find a transcription for double bass and piano which I played in my undergraduate recital. The versions in Idagio, for guitar, or accordion, or saxophone and accordion, all equally evoke the urge to dance with a unique somber energy.


Kelsi Doolittle, Clarinet:

The 'Cuban Overture' by Gershwin was the first Latin inspired piece I played in my music career and I remember how exciting it was to learn and play in an orchestra!


Luis Salazar, Violin:

Carlos Chavez - Symphony no. 2 (Sinfonia India): A colorful depiction of the modern times in Mexico while having grounded roots on our past.

Jose Sabre Marroquin - De Mi Patria: If home-sickness had a theme, this would be it. A yearning melody for remembrance.