Created for American baritone Joseph Parrish and Bolivian soprano Shelén Hughes Camacho (partners on- and off-stage) and accompanied by pianists Steven Blier and Amir Farid, this program explores the music of North and South America through the milongas, tangos, blues, and art songs that span the two continents.

“South America/North America: A Love Story brings together some of the things–and people–I cherish most in my life,” said NYFOS Artistic Director, Steven Blier. “South American music has held a special place in my heart ever since NYFOS’s first season, and so does the music of my own country. They form my artistic home base. Cherished, too, are the artists with whom I am sharing the stage: Bolivian soprano Shelén Hughes Camacho, Baltimore-bred baritone Joseph Parrish, and Persian-American pianist Amir Farid, three irreplaceable colleagues and friends. The music ranges freely from folklore to blues, Bernstein to Ginastera—a feast for the ears to open our 38th season.“

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