14/11/2024
Thursday 21 November 2024, 7.30pm
Clara Rodriguez, piano
Parvathi Subbiah, soprano
Susan Porrett, actress
Reynaldo Hahn - a Venezuelan in Paris
Pianist Clara Rodriguez, recently hailed as “ The Queen of Latin American Classical Music” by BBC Radio 3, has devised a programme as homage to composer Reynaldo Hahn, born in Caracas in 1874; a celebration of his life and work, honouring his Parisian and Venezuelan heritage and his place in the artistic world of his time.
Soprano Parvathi Subbiah’s interpretations of his melodies will be enchanting, especially since Hahn’s songs are known for their lyrical beauty and intimacy. The inclusion of anecdotes by Susan Porrett will surely offer the audience a glimpse into Hahn’s personality and early rise in the vibrant Parisian salons, highlighting the composer’s journey from a talented adolescent to a celebrated artist.
The evening’s Venezuelan pieces by Miguel Astor, Federico Ruiz, Heraclio Fernández, and Teresa Carreño are wonderful complements bridging cultures and showcasing the richness of Venezuelan musical traditions. Selections from Otilio Galíndez and the seldom-heard songs by Teresa Carreño promise an evening rich with cultural and historical depth, weaving together romance, nostalgia, and vibrancy.
This combination of storytelling, piano, and vocal performances will immerse the audience in the timelessness of compositions such as Clair de lune by Debussy and Poulenc’s Homage to Edith Piaf will be a perfect celebration of music and poetry.
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