Two of history's richest cultures, France and Spain, and their fascinating influence upon one another promise another afternoon of dazzling, dynamic music! The national "voice" of each nation is represented by the passion and majesty of Turina's Procession and the patriotic swagger of Bizet's Patrie. And what could be a more satisfying combination of the two styles than Ravel's thrilling and hypnotic Bolero?

The distinguished guitarist Christopher Laughlin makes his NSO debut with Rodrigo's beloved Concierto de Aranjuez.


GUEST ARTIST
Christopher Laughlin, classical guitarist, has performed extensively across North America and around the world.  Mr. Laughlin began his guitar studies at age 14 in Chicago.  He holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the Peabody Conservatory of Music, and a Master's degree from Yale University.  In 1984 he was awarded a Fulbright Grant for study in Paris with Uruguayan guitarist Betho Davezac, continuing his studies for a second year with a grant from the French government.  While living in Paris he won prizes in two international competi­tions, the Concours International de Guitar in Sable-sur-Sarthe, France, and the Concours International de l'U.F.A.M. in Paris.

Christopher Laughlin is the founder and director of the Christopher Laughlin School of Music in Northbrook, Illinois.


There will be a free pre-concert lecture given by our popular lecturer, Jim Kendros, starting at 2:30 pm.