The mandrake and other herbs

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 3:45 PM

Univerciudad UG "Casa El Nigromante"

Presents:

La Mandrágora and Other Herbs, A Piano and Voice Recital:

On February 1st, 2025, San Miguel de Allende will host an extraordinary recital at Univerciudad UG “Casa El Nigromante.” This concert will feature two exceptional artists: renowned pianist and composer Marta García Renart, celebrated for her extensive career spanning from performances at Carnegie Hall to her invaluable teaching contributions in Mexico, and soprano Luz Escalera, a versatile performer with a strong international background.

The program combines works by Mozart, Hugo Wolf, George Crumb, Fauré, and Mexican composers such as Marta García Renart and Blas Galindo, offering an emotional journey that celebrates both European classical music and Mexican roots. The event promises an unforgettable afternoon, marked by musical depth and a heartfelt connection with the audience.

 

Program:

W.A. Mozart

  • Ridente la calma
  • Abendempfindung
  • An Chloe
  • Adagio in B minor, K.540
  • Vorrei spiegarvi, oh Dio

Hugo Wolf

  • Das verlassene Mägdelein
  • Elfenlied

George Crumb
Three Early Songs:

  • Night
  • Let it be forgotten
  • Wind Elegy

Gabriel Fauré

  • Improvisation

Marta García Renart

  • La Mandrágora
  • Five Songs and a Theme with Variations

Blas Galindo

  • Lullaby (Arrullo)
  • Jicarita
  • White Dove (Paloma Blanca)
  • My Love Passed Through the River (Mi querer pasaba el río)

Mario Ruiz Armengol

  • Tenderness (Ternura)

Univerciudad UG "Casa El Nigromante"

Umarán 38, 
 
Zona Centro, 37700
 
San Miguel de Allende, Gto.

Fees

  • Preferential Seat ($400 + 12%) pesos

  • General ($250 + 12%) pesos

Ticket sales

  • Purchase via WhatsApp at (443) 202 1277 with payment by card through CLIP (device).
  • Visitor inquiries: comunidad@unshow.art
  • Physical tickets available at the Ángela Peralta Theater office, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Refund Policy

  • Purchases on unshow.art and the CLIP (device) during the presale are refundable with at least 7 days’ notice.
    Request a refund by sending an email to: comunidad@unshow.art or WhatsApp 443 2021277.
    The 12% service charge is non-refundable.

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