{"id":64086,"global_id":"krieger.jhu.edu\/humanities-institute?id=64086","global_id_lineage":["krieger.jhu.edu\/humanities-institute?id=64086","krieger.jhu.edu\/laclxs?id=3852"],"author":"397","status":"publish","date":"2025-02-05 12:49:02","date_utc":"2025-02-05 17:49:02","modified":"2025-02-05 12:49:02","modified_utc":"2025-02-05 17:49:02","url":"https:\/\/krieger.jhu.edu\/humanities-institute\/event\/miguel-farias-a-celebrated-composer-visits-peabody\/","rest_url":"https:\/\/krieger.jhu.edu\/humanities-institute\/wp-json\/tribe\/events\/v1\/events\/64086","title":"Miguel Far\u00edas: a Celebrated Composer Visits Peabody","description":"
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Miguel Far\u00edas<\/a>, one of Latin America\u2019s most innovative composers, will visit the Peabody Institute this February. A Chilean-Venezuelan native, Far\u00edas is renowned for his bold musical voice and ability to merge traditional and contemporary influences. His works are being performed by leading orchestras in the United States such as Los Angeles Philharmonic, Houston Symphony, Kansas City Symphony, San Diego Symphony, and Minnesota Orchestra, and ensembles worldwide, earning him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Premio Altazor. Known for his keen exploration of identity and culture through music, Far\u00edas has become a significant figure in modern composition, and Peabody is thrilled to welcome him to our campus. <\/p>\n

Celebrating Diversity Through Music<\/strong> <\/p>\n

The Peabody Youth Orchestra (PYO), under the direction of Venezuelan conductor Andr\u00e9s Gonz\u00e1lez, is deeply committed to fostering diversity and inclusion through its programming. Each concert cycle highlights works by women and BIPOC composers, exposing students to a rich and varied repertoire while providing equal musical challenges and opportunities for growth. <\/p>\n

This commitment takes center stage during the upcoming Extravaganza Concert<\/strong> on Saturday, February 8, at 4:00 p.m. in Friedberg Hall<\/strong>. This special performance not only celebrates the winners of the Concerto Competition but also features Miguel Far\u00edas’ masterful work, Retratos Australes<\/em> a vibrant orchestral suite that reflects Far\u00edas\u2019 deep connection to the landscapes and cultures of Latin America. The piece showcases rich textures, evocative harmonies, and rhythmic vitality, making it an engaging and dynamic experience for both performers and audiences. You can listen to Far\u00edas\u2019 works on Spotify<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Miguel Far\u00edas at Peabody: Schedule of Events<\/strong> <\/p>\n

During his visit, Miguel Far\u00edas will engage with students, audiences, and the Peabody community through a series of events: <\/p>\n