Legends of Brazil: A Musical Celebration of 200 Years

The year 2024 marks the 200th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Brazil. Join PCE this November for a bicentennial celebration that showcases two centuries of incredible music from South America, from the earliest works by composers native to Brazil to a world premiere commission by André Mehmari, a leading figure on the Brazilian classical scene today.

Presented by guest curator Flávio Chamis (composer, conductor, and educator), the concert offers a panoramic view of Brazilian concert music. The program includes a tempestuous classical overture by José Maurício Nunes, the modern and US premiere of Francisco Mignone’s Quadros Amazônicos (an orchestral suite based on myths from the Amazon), Heitor Villa-Lobos’s Bachiana Brasileiras no. 4, a set of popular Brazilian songs performed by DC’s own Elin Melgarejo, and chamber music featuring Latin GRAMMY-nominated violist, Tatjana Mead Chamis.

When?
Tue. Nov. 19, 20247:30p.m.
Wed. Nov. 20, 20247:30p.m.

Where? 
The Kennedy Center, Washington D.C.

For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/explore-by-genre/classical-music/2024-2025/legends-of-brazil/