Program
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- Yanga
- LA Phil commission with generous support from R. Martin Chavez
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- Intermission
About this Performance
Gustavo Dudamel leads a festive exploration of Latin American music for Día de los Muertos with Villa-Lobos’ progressive tour de force and Gabriela Ortiz’s 2019 Yanga. Her work for orchestra, chorus, and percussion ensemble is characterized by its use of African instruments and colorful, multilayered rhythms. Ortiz says, “[Yanga] speaks to the greatness of humanity when in search of equality and the universal right to enjoy freedom to the fullest.” Revueltas’ film score La noche de los Mayas digs deeper into Mexico’s ancient culture brought into conversation with the modern world, bolting through thunderous, dynamic rhythms and a flute interlude based on a traditional Yucatan evening song. Within the music is what poet Octavio Paz describes as Revueltas’ “deep-felt but also joyful concern for man.”
Come early to craft your own nicho shadow box, take in an exhibition of ofrendas, or enjoy some complimentary mezcal.
This performance is generously supported by the Frank Gehry Fund for Creativity.
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Enhance Your Experience
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Upbeat Live with Robert Fink
Event starts at 7:00PM
Before the concert, some of the sharpest musical minds around–including members of the LA Phil–guide you through the evening’s music, complete with a Q&A session for any lingering questions. This free event is held in BP Hall, accessible after your ticket is scanned.
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Día de Los Muertos Ofrenda Exhibition
Explore themes of loss, grief, hope, and unity with Day of the Dead-inspired altars created by local artists on display throughout Walt Disney Concert Hall.
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Día de Los Muertos Celebration
Event starts at 6:30PM
Enjoy a drink on us, make a nicho for your ofrenda, and sample mezcal courtesy of San Bartolo Mezcal while you soak up the lush and leafy ambiance of Walt Disney Concert Hall’s rooftop garden.