Victoria Bach Festival Orchestra
Alejandro Hernandez-Valdez, conducto
Anton Nel, Piano

Join us for a spectacular conclusion to the Victoria Bach Festival’s 50th anniversary season! This milestone concert features a thrilling program that bridges tradition and innovation. George Gershwin’s iconic Rhapsody in Blue opens the evening with its unmistakable blend of classical and jazz influences, setting the stage for a night of musical brilliance.

Johannes Brahms’ Symphony No. 1, a towering masterpiece of the orchestral repertoire, follows—its sweeping melodies and triumphant finale providing a fitting celebration of the festival’s legacy.

The evening culminates in a historic world premiere: Symphony No. 1 by acclaimed composer Juan Pablo Contreras. Specially commissioned for our 50th anniversary, this groundbreaking work promises to captivate audiences with its fresh voice and vibrant orchestral colors.