1956
Madrid, Spain
In 1956 JM World Orchestra brought together outstanding young musicians in Madrid under the guidance of world-class conductors such as Jesus Arambarri for a full concert programme followed by an international tour showcasing the orchestra’s talent on renowned stages and festivals. The edition featured Narciso Yepes as soloist.
Conductor
Jesus Arambarri
Jesús Arámbarri Gárate (1902– 1960 ) was a Basque classical music conductor and composer. In 1953 Arámbarri became a professor at the Madrid Conservatory and conductor of the Madrid Symphony Orchestra. Known for his dedication to both the classical repertoire and the promotion of Spanish music, he contributed to concerts, collaborations, and the broader development of orchestral culture in Spain.
Soloist
Narciso Yepes
Narciso Yepes (1927–1997) was a celebrated Spanish classical guitarist known for his major influence on 20th-century guitar performance. He gained international recognition for developing and promoting a 10-string guitar, designed to expand the instrument’s resonance and harmonic possibilities. Throughout his career, he performed worldwide, recorded extensively, and contributed significantly to the development of classical guitar technique and repertoir
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