On November 1, the acclaimed soprano Elīna Garanča, hailed by The New York Times as “the most outstanding Carmen in 25 years” will perform with the Macao Orchestra, conducted by Karel Mark Chichon OBE at the Shanghai Concert Hall. This concert will take audiences on a musical journey, showcasing a range of masterpieces from classical Russian overtures to romantic French operas and spirited Spanish zarzuelas. Elīna will present her renowned interpretations of iconic pieces from “Carmen”, including “España Cañí” and “El Gato Montes,” captivating listeners with her remarkable voice and stage presence. Don’t miss this chance to experience the magic of one of the world’s finest singers!

Programme

• Glinka Overture to Ruslan and Ludmila
• Tchaikovsky Aria of Johanna (Elina Garanča) (from The Maid of Orleans)
• Massenet Meditation (from Thaïs)
• Saint-Saëns Mon coeur s’ouvre à ta voix (Elina Garanča) (from Samson et Dalila)
• Saint-Saëns Bacchanale (from Samson et Dalila)
• Gounod Plus grand, dans son obscurité (Elina Garanča) (from La Reine de Saba)

Interval

Three pasodobles from Spain

i España Cañí (Marquina)

ii Gerona (Lope)

iii El Gato Montes (Penella)

Bizet Carmen (Elina Garanča)

1. L'amour est un enfant de Bohême (Act I - First version)
2. Prélude (Act I)
3. Habanera (Act I)
4. Entr’acte (Act III)
5. Séguedille (Act I)
6. Entr’acte (Act IV)
7. En vain, pour éviter (Act III)
8. Entr’acte (Act II)
9. Chanson bohème (Act II)