José Pablo Moncayo is one of the most important of the 20th century Mexican classical composers. His composition, Huapango, is brilliantly performed here by the Paris Orchestra under the baton of Mexican American conductor, Alondra de la Parra. I would go to a concert just to see de la Parra conduct in her unique and spirited style. [Click on Full Screen icon in the lower right corner to best appreciate the video]
Hélène Grimaud brings great skill, passion, and sensitivity to this piece written by J. S. Bach for violin and transcribed by Feruccio Busoni for piano.
To live content with small means; to seek elegance rather than luxury, and refinement rather than fashion; to be worthy, not respectable; and wealthy, not rich; to study hard, think quietly, talk gently, act frankly… this is my way. (Anonymous)