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Ciudad Rodrigo’s Municipal Music Band Captivates Audience with Santa Cecilia Concert
A packed house at the Teatro Nuevo “Fernando Arrabal” enjoyed a vibrant performance by the Municipal Music Band of Ciudad Rodrigo on Saturday,celebrating the feast day of Santa Cecilia,the Patroness of Musicians.The concert, a beloved annual tradition for the Mirobrigenses community, drew a capacity crowd eager to experience a diverse musical program.
The band, under the direction of José María Sendín, delivered a performance that skillfully blended traditional Spanish melodies with the sweeping scores of Hollywood cinema. This year’s concert held particular significance as the celebration coincided with the religious festival honoring their patron saint.
A Repertoire Bridging Tradition and Film
The ensemble began the afternoon with a selection of pasodobles, a traditional Spanish musical form, before transitioning into a captivating showcase of film soundtracks. This intentional shift in focus proved popular with attendees, offering a unique and engaging listening experience.
The program included a varied repertoire featuring pieces such as “Islas Canarias,” “Maybe+Sway,” “El sitio de Zaragoza,” “La Misión,” “Music from gladiator,” “Moment for Morricole,” and “Caballería Ligera.” The band concluded the concert with a fitting tribute to the cinematic theme, performing four songs from the animated film “Coco.”
The choice to end with music from “Coco” underscored the band’s ability to connect with a broad audience, demonstrating the worldwide appeal of music across genres and generations. The performance served not only as a celebration of Santa Cecilia but also as a testament to the enduring power of music to unite and inspire the community of Ciudad rodrigo.
