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The History of Pacífico™
An electrifying 80-minute symphonic show that celebrates Pacífico's rich cultural heritage and its influence around the globe.
"The History of Pacifico" is an electrifying and immersive symphonic show that celebrates the rich heritage of Pacífico music through a captivating 80-minute performance. Divided into two acts, the show meticulously narrates the history of this genre, highlighting its unique artistic, musical, and cultural values. From the soulful lullabies and mournful alabaos to the vibrant currulao, the performance traces the genre's roots in African traditions, its role in the community’s daily life and spiritual practices, and its resilience through centuries of adversity and conflict. This show is a vibrant celebration of Pacífico music's history and cultural significance, resonating with audiences and enriching the global performing arts landscape.
Under the visionary leadership of Maestro Diego Barbosa-Vásquez, the production, curated by the Performing Arts Laboratory, blends storytelling and symphonic grandeur. The guest band, renowned for their expertise, authority in the genre, and outstanding ticket sales, infuses each performance with unparalleled energy, while specially designed orchestral arrangements showcase the genre's evolution across time and geography. The History of Pacífico™ offers orchestras a comprehensive package including scores, full parts, and a complete show and production kit. Furthermore, backed by extensive ethno-musicological research, this Symphonic Show explores how this music, originating from Colombia’s Pacific coast, serves as a powerful form of cultural resistance and identity preservation.
"This is not a show where the orchestra plays long notes while the guest band enjoys the core of the music... The History of...™ allows every artists to become an essential part of the musical, artistic, and dramatic discourse. This is a carefully crafted designed Symphonic Show that allows not only the orchestra to experience in depth the performance practices of the genre in all its eras of development, but also allows current and new audiences to see the connections between the genre and other Classical and Folkloric music styles; transforming The History of...™ into a powerful generator of artistic development for the orchestra and its musicians and audience and community development for the full organization and its seasons."
Diego Barbosa-Vásquez
Chief Creator, Artistic Director & Conductor
Guest Artists:
Herencia de Timbiqui
Colombia
Herencia de Timbiquí, a Colombian folk group founded in 2000 in Cali, blends traditional Pacific sounds with contemporary orchestral instruments. Originating from Timbiquí, Cauca, the 11-member group initially played authentic Pacific music but later incorporated rock, pop, and funk. They have gained international recognition, winning awards such as the Silver Gull at the Viña del Mar International Song Festival and the Shock Music Award for Recording of the Year. Their discography includes "De Mangle a Mango y siguiendo el camino," "Villancicos Negros," "Tambó," and "This is Gozar!" They have collaborated with artists like Carlos Vives and have been celebrated for their cultural contributions.
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Herencia de Timbiqui
The History of...™
Broadcasting a full genre in an engaging Symphonic Concert with catchy original Storytelling...
The History of…™ is an electrifying and immersive symphonic show that celebrates the rich heritage of Worldwide music through a captivating 80-minute performance. Divided into two acts, the show meticulously narrates the history of a specific genre, highlighting its unique artistic, musical, and cultural values. Under the visionary leadership of Maestro Diego Barbosa-Vásquez, the production, curated by the Performing Arts Laboratory, blends storytelling and symphonic grandeur.
The guest band, renowned for their expertise and authority in the genre, outstanding ticket sales, and exceptional track record collaborating with orchestras; infuses each performance with unparalleled energy, while specially designed orchestral arrangements showcase the genre's evolution across time and geography.
Backed by extensive ethno-musicological research, The History of…™ offers orchestras a comprehensive package including scores, full parts, and full show and production kit. Maestro Barbosa-Vásquez’s profound understanding of standard symphonic repertoire, as well as Americas and World Music ensures each performance is a vibrant celebration of the genre's history and cultural significance, resonating with audiences and enriching the global performing arts landscape.
Entertaining broad audiences through catchy and immersive symphonic performances.
Empowering orchestras to master and enrich their repertoires, connecting with diverse audiences worldwide.
Broadcasting the rich cultural heritage of Worldwide Music
Conducted by
Diego Barbosa-Vásquez
Chief Creator, Artistic Director & Conductor
Opera, Orchestra, and Ballet Conductor, Maestro Barbosa-Vásquez is a visionary leader in the Performing Arts. He combines his Colombian roots, remarkable international training, and global expertise in high-level artistic productions; to create outstanding and highly profitable immersive artistic experiences. As the General Director of the Performing Arts Laboratory and Music Director of The Americas Chamber Orchestra, his dynamic conducting, innovative productions, and groundbreaking research in Arts Sustainability have garnered international acclaim and remarkable community engagement.
Maestro Barbosa-Vásquez has collaborated as Conductor with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, IU Opera and Ballet Theater, and IU Symphonies (USA). In addition, was Music & Artistic Director of the CASC Opera Camp and the World Music Symphony Orchestra (Los Angeles, CA); Music & Artistic Director of Pronartes Musical Theater, Huila Philharmonic, and E&P Orchestra and Choir System (Colombia), and Principal Guest Conductor of El Salvador National Youth Symphony Orchestra for 6 years.
Furthermore, he holds a Doctor Degree from the prestigious Opera, Orchestra, and Ballet Conducting Department at Jacobs School of Music of Indiana University (USA) with Doctoral Minors in Music Theory and Arts Administration. Moreover, he has developed multiple times internationally awarded PostDoctoral Research in LatinAmerican Cultures, Arts and Identities as Artists/Scholar of CLACS, and in Performing Arts Sustainability (Dimensions: Artistic, Financial, Social and Ecological) with emphasis on International Business, International Political-Economy, Entrepreneurship, and Public Policy development collaborating with the prestigious Ostrom Workshop.
Barbosa-Vásquez at the Podium!
Stravinsky
Firebird, Suite 1919
Verdi
La Forza del Destino, Overture
Traditional Venezuelan
Montilla
Strauss
Tod und Verklärung Op. 24
PRODUCTIONS
By Performing Arts Laboratory
An esteemed branch of the Performing Arts Laboratory dedicated to crafting high-level artistic shows that blend powerful ticketing revenue with profound community engagement. With a keen focus on innovative and culturally rich productions, PAL Productions delivers meticulously researched and expertly executed performances that captivate audiences. Under the visionary guidance of Maestro Diego Barbosa-Vásquez, our productions not only showcase exceptional artistic talent but also foster a deeper connection between communities and the vibrant world of performing arts. From dynamic symphonic shows like “The History of…”™, comprehensive Multidisciplinary experiences as “Opera Camps™, to groundbreaking original pieces, PAL Productions stands at the forefront of enriching the cultural landscape with unforgettable experiences.
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