El Fuego de la Pasión: An Evening of Spanish Classics June 15, 2012

Come join us for an evening of Classical Spanish music from serenading art songs and invigorating chamber music to solo showpieces choreographed with contemporary dance. Featuring Indo-Canadian soprano and Miss India-Canada 2007 Meher Pavri; violinist Lucía Rodríguez from Monterrey, Mexico; cellist Robin Howe; artistic director and pianist Dorothy Yu; and celebrated dancer and choreographer Harriet Chung, this spectacular event is not to be missed! ------Accompanied by a pre-concert talk to discuss our interpretation of Spanish music, technique tips from the pros, and after-concert meet & greet with the performers, we have something for everyone. -----Pre-Concert Talk: 6:20-6:45 p.m. // Concert: 7:00 p.m. // Meet & Greet in the Lobby: 9:00 p.m. ------ Program Highlights: Piazzolla's vibrant Cuatro Estaciones Porteñas (Four Seasons of Buenos Aires) for Piano Trio // Ziguenerweisen - One of Pablo Sarasate's most thrilling masterpieces for the violin // El Vito - Fernando Obradors captures the fiery essence of classic Spanish poetry // Danzas Argentinas - Inspired to perform this set with Spanish-influenced dance, Dorothy Yu and Harriet Chung will give a memorable rendition of Alberto Ginastera's most famous work! ---- For every ticket sold, Notre Passion will donate $4.00 towards MusiCounts, Canada's music education charity associated with CARAS.