Exploring La Misa Criolla by Ariel Ramírez and "breaking down walls to find happiness" with Andrea Salazar, soprano ecuatoriana.

Today (08/16) we talked with Andrea Salazar, doctoral student in voice performance and master's program of arts administration at the University of Kentucky as well as part time teaching artist at Heartland Sings, creator of the Canto de Corazón summer program with the YMCA - Renaissance Pointe.

English Bio

Ecuadorian Soprano, Andrea Salazar has participated in multiple productions with the Berliner Philharmoniker conducted by Sir Simon Rattle, the Philadelphia Orchestra conducted by Yannick Nézet-Séguin and the Orchestra of St. Luke’s, conducted by Pablo Heras-Casado. She holds a B.S. in Vocal Performance from Westminster Choir College of Rider University, and  M. M in Vocal Performance from the University of Kentucky. Mrs. Salazar-Pastor is pursuing her Doctoral Degree in Vocal Performance at the University of Kentucky under the guidance of Dr. Everett McCorvey as well as the Master in Arts Administration.

Spanish Bio

Soprano ecuatoriana, Andrea Salazar ha participado en múltiples producciones con la Filarmónica de Berlín dirigida por Sir Simon Rattle, la Orquesta de Filadelfia dirigida por Yannick Nézet-Séguin y la Orquesta de San Lucas dirigida por Pablo Heras-Casado. Andrea obtuvo su Licenciatura en Interpretación Vocal en Westminster Choir College of Rider University, y un Masterado en Interpretación Vocal de la Universidad de Kentucky. Andrea Salazar-Pástor es estudiante del Doctorado en Artes Musicales en Interpretación Vocal en la Universidad de Kentucky bajo la tutela del Dr. Everett McCorvey, al mismo tiempo es estudiante del Masterado en Administración de las Artes. (Salazar, A.)

Intro:

Music

Birds by Whitaker and recorded by Heartland SingsGloria and Credo from Ariel Ramírez's La Misa Criolla performed my Mercedes Sosa.Development

How did you get inspired to sing?Expanding La Misa Criolla by Ariel RamírezComposer, history of the musical work and lyrics, rhythms, text, and translations Why is it important to promote the arts?Why is it important to sing in an ensemble?What is your advice for those who dream about becoming artists?Outro:

Thank you

Nuestra Misión:

Heartland Sings inspira a personas de todas las edades y habilidades a través de experiencias culturales y de entretenimiento, con programas educativos y vinculación con la comunidad. Heartland Sings está cambiando vidas a través de la canción.

Our Mission:

Heartland Sings inspires people of all ages and abilities through cultural and entertainment experiences, educational programs, and community outreach. Heartland Sings is changing lives through song.

Nuestra Visión:

Heartland Sings es una institución de interpretación artística, que promueve la apreciación por las artes vocales para inspirar al público y artistas a través de experiencias excepcionales de cultura y entretenimiento con programas educativos, y vinculación con la comunidad.

Our Vision:

Heartland Sings is a mission-driven performing arts institution that fosters an appreciation for the vocal arts, inspiring audiences and artists through exceptional cultural and entertainment experiences, educational programs, and community outreach.

Host: Dr. Wagner Mauricio Pástor