South American debut in Ecuador

Experience the electrifying South American debut of Tobias van de Locht in this unforgettable concert film, recorded with the acclaimed Cuenca Symphony Orchestra in Ecuador. Van de Locht unveils a vibrant program celebrating both his own artistry and the legacy of iconic composers. Journey through a captivating blend of orchestral power and fiery Latin American rhythms, beginning with the South American premiere of his own Third Symphony. The evening continues with a dazzling tribute to Gustav Holst on his 150th birthday, featuring the igniting ballet music from his opera, *The Perfect Fool*. Feel the pulse of Howard Blake’s exhilarating Symphony No. 1, then soar into the cosmos with John Williams’ iconic score from *E.T. – The Extra-Terrestrial*. The performance culminates in a thrilling rendition of Kurt Weill’s Second Symphony, a whirlwind of infectious tangos and Charleston rhythms evocative of the 1930s. Witness a truly exceptional evening of music from a leading South American orchestra renowned for recordings of Ecuadorian national composer Luis Humberto Salgado, and don’t miss this chance to be transported by the passion and brilliance of Tobias van de Locht.