Ocean Breezes
Embark on a vibrant musical journey that transcends borders, blending classical mastery with global rhythms. From the exceptional virtuosity of Paganini to the modern Turkish textures of Piazzolla’s Histoire du Tango, this program brings together composers from Argentina, Cuba, Turkey, and Italy, each contributing a distinct voice shaped by place and history.
Works by José Manuel Lezcano—performed by the composer himself—bring fresh, contemporary energy with Cuban, Argentine, and Caribbean inflections.
Join violinist Robert Lehmann, cellist Rebecca Hartka, and guitarist José Lezcano for an unforgettable exploration of sound, spirit, and connection.
Program
La Bella Cubana (Habanera) | Jose White
Alfonsina y el Mar (Zamba Argentina) | Ariel Ramirez
Sonata for Cello & Guitar | José Manuel Lezcano
Histoire du Tango | Astor Piazzolla arr. Kaya Celil Refik
Cuban Sketches | José Manuel Lezcano
Adios Nonino (Tango) | Astor Piazzolla
Performers
José Lezcano, guitar
Robert Lehmann, violin
Rebecca Hartka, cello
Tickets go on-sale September 5th.
Tickets available through PortTIX, the official box office for the Osher School of Music.
PHONE 207-842-0800
ONLINE www.porttix.com
IN-PERSON 400 Congress St Suite A, Portland, ME 04101
Event Details
Parking
Due to limited resources, parking is not free on our Portland and Gorham campuses. You must purchase a parking permit or paid parking session to park on campus. We recommend reserving your parking in advance at https://events.parkengage.com/usm.
For easy access to the Crewe Center for the Arts, choose either Parking Garage 1 (attached to the Abromson Community Education Center), Lot P1 (off of Bedford St. by Luther Bonney) or Lot P6 (off of Exeter St. or Deering Ave by the former Maine Law building).
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