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Elise Figa ~ soprano
Carlos Cuestas ~ Baroque guitar and 19th century guitar

Tonos y canciones showcases the enduring tradition of vocal music with guitar accompaniment in Spain. Focused on works by José Marin (ca. 1619–1699) and Fernando Sor (ca. 1778–1839), this program represents the composers’ interplay between local traditions and the nascent universality of Western music in the Baroque and early Romantic eras.

Emericus Ensemble explores the musical intersections between Europe and the Americas during the times of empire and revolution. The ensemble embraces the popularity of vocal music and plucked instruments to showcase repertoires imbued with transatlantic influences between the sixteenth and nineteenth centuries. Established in 2013, Emericus Ensemble continues to present creative programs with outstanding musicianship for remarkable listening experiences.