Under the direction of the guest conductor, Nicolás Rauss (Switzerland), and the impeccable performance of the horn soloist, Gerson Pierotti (Brazil), the professional orchestra of the Coquimbo Region offered a new program of 'The Symphony of Cultures'.

With the Germanic force as the protagonist of the third concert of the 2018 season: 'Deutsche Tradition' by the Universidad de La Serena Symphony Orchestra, the regional capital became the scene of a masterful journey through the romantic period, with iconic European works, such as the 'Coriolanus Overture', Op. Op.62' by the composer Richard Strauss, performed by the great soloist, Gerson Pierotti.

In the words of the musician born in Tatuí, State of Sao Paulo, Brazil, who since 2017 has served as first horn of the professional ensemble, opening this new night of concert was “a beautiful experience, an incredible opportunity, but also a very responsibility.” big. I loved the genius of Maestro Rauss, it was very pleasant to work with him, he is a very good director, very clear in his directions and also an excellent person. I only take pleasant memories with the director and the orchestra, since the experience and the rehearsals were very fun and took place in a very pleasant atmosphere,” said the soloist.

Regarding the program, which is part of a new sound of 'The Symphony of Cultures', it was conducted by the Swiss maestro residing in Chile, Nicolás Rauss, who enchanted the audience with his energetic and enthusiastic direction.

“I leave with the passion that the director conveyed throughout the concert, definitely yes. I also liked the selection of pieces, listening to Wagner and Schumann in a single concert is a dream, they are very select pieces, of great universal value, and I leave with the good taste of this presentation," said Juan Zumarán, who assured that After attending “the previous concert and now this one, it has been a very sensitive experience where great emotions are combined with the transition from classicism to romanticism well expressed in these two instances that make La Serena, especially in the winter and cold season ", an ideal city to dream again, imagine and warm the soul with these harmonious melodies."

For her part, Marcela Garrido, highlighted the masterful presentation of the soloist Gerson Pierotti: “I loved the French horn solo and how he developed and developed in the interpretation of the work.” Likewise, he referred to the repertoire and the baton that gave life to this new concert at the Municipal Theater of La Serena: “I loved Wagner's work too much and I think that the desire that the guest director put into it allowed us to transmit to the audience the desire of listening to it, of paying attention to it and being aware of each of the nuances that the pieces have. It was a great concert,” she emphasized.

It should be noted that this presentation responds to the 2018 season, which is developed thanks to the Ministry of Cultures, Arts and Heritage, from whom it receives part of its financing through Glosa of the National Budget since 2016; in addition to the support provided by the University of La Serena, and the Illustrious Municipality of La Serena, through its Department of Culture and the Municipal Theater.

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The first part of this new series of talks will be given at the Cuatro Esquinas Community and Cultural Center municipal space.

A new schedule of useful conferences, in simple language and aimed at the entire community, is being announced by the Department of Psychology of the University of La Serena, in conjunction with the Institution's Environment and Extension Directorate. In this VI Cycle of Conferences “Psychology and Contemporary Society” six conferences have been scheduled and will begin with the theme “Dreams, their psychological and spiritual value.”

The first invitation is for Wednesday, May 30, at 11:30 a.m., at the Cuatro Esquinas Community and Cultural Center, where the academic, Mg. Mauricio Cerda Beroíza, clinical psychologist with a major in Jungian psychology, will address basic aspects regarding dreams: what they are according to modern psychology, what types of dreams exist, when you dream, and others. In addition, he will present the understanding that Jungian psychology has achieved regarding the art of interpreting dreams and the value they have from a psychospiritual perspective. Likewise, the academic announced that it will be illustrated with examples of real dreams.

It should be noted that, of the six scheduled conferences, three of them will be given at the Cuatro Esquinas Community and Cultural Center, in a cooperative alliance between both institutions. The following activities will be: “The psychological expert report and its main characteristics”, which will be dictated by the Mg. Paola Denmark, June 27; and later “Sexually diverse: updating basic concepts”, which will be guided by Mg. Natalia Guerrero, on July 25.

For more information, call 2204171 or on the DIVEULS social networks.

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The program will be inspired by Germany and its most famous composers of romanticism, in which it includes the masterful interpretation for horn by the soloist Gerson Pierotti.

“Music is at the same time depth, communication and emotion, but it is also synonymous with a lot of pleasure. For all those who attend this new seasonal concert, they will surely leave very happy or emotionally touched, and that is what I hope most for," said Nicolás Rauss, the energetic maestro born in Geneva, Switzerland, who since the year In 2013, he served as artistic director of the University of Santiago Symphony Orchestra (USACH) and, on this occasion, he will arrive in the regional capital to meet again and work with the University of La Serena Symphony Orchestra and his first horn, the Brazilian Gerson Pierotti.

This is the second visit that Rauss will make to the Coquimbo Region. The first was in mid-2016, and this year he is preparing to host a new and fascinating program of 'The Symphony of Cultures' inspired by the German influence and the architectural, commercial and cultural imprint left by the first immigrant families who They arrived in La Serena during the 50s.

With the Germanic force as the protagonist of this third concert of the 2018 season: 'Deutsche Tradition', the public will be able to enjoy a repertoire as dynamic as it is select. “Germany has a large number of good classical composers and I can assure you that we will offer a beautiful program, very attractive and composed of works that are quite suitable for the format and size that this orchestra currently has,” Rauss said. As part of its repertoire, the ensemble belonging to the Network of Regional Professional Orchestras of the Ministry of Cultures, Arts and Heritage will present iconic works of romanticism, such as the 'Coriolanus Overture', Op. 62' by Ludwig van Beethoven , 'Träume de Wesendonck Lieder' by Richard Wagner, 'Overtura, Scherzo and Finale, Op.52' by Robert Schumann and the 'Horn Concerto No. 1, Op.11' by composer Richard Strauss, performed by soloist Gerson Pierotti .

The corn player born in Tatuí, State of Sao Paulo, Brazil, delved into the piece he will perform this May 25, at 20:00 p.m., at the La Serena Municipal Theater. “This presentation will be musically very diverse and beautiful. “It is a work that exemplifies very well the history and spirit of the French horn, with many clarinets during the concert,” said the musician, adding that the mastery and inspiration of Richard Strauss positioned him as one of the great composers of the XNUMXth century. “He comes from a family of extraordinary musicians and artists, his father, Franz Strauss, in addition to being an excellent teacher, was an excellent corn player, one of the leading players of his time. Therefore, Richard knew very well what he wrote and knew how to extract the most virtuous essence of the corn player through music.

Regarding his debut as a soloist with the Universidad de La Serena Symphony Orchestra, the young musician expressed gratitude and excitement for the experience of playing as a soloist under the baton of such a notable conductor: “it is a great pleasure to be able to work alongside the maestro Nicolás Rauss, since he is a director with a vast artistic career. This experience generates great expectations and responsibility in me, I have a feeling of gratitude for the opportunity to debut as a soloist on this beautiful occasion,” he indicated.

French horn master classes

Before its premiere in the concert inspired by the Germanic country, Gerson Pierotti will offer an interesting masterclass on the instrument in the city of La Serena, aimed at all musicians and students in the territory. The objective is “to add knowledge to the attending horn players, addressing technical aspects to the students and in this way, encourage the study of the instrument. It will be an opportunity to get to know each other, to interact and exchange knowledge, generating an instance of community study and talking about the universe of music from a cornist's point of view,” he noted.

The free activity will take place next Wednesday, May 23, at 15:00 p.m., in the MECESUP room of the Music Department of the University of La Serena. “I extend the invitation to all students who wish to participate, to attend this French horn class, as it will be an interesting learning moment,” added the musician.

Those who wish to participate in the French horn masterclass must only show up at the ULS Department (Larraín Alcalde s/n°, between Los Jardines and Seminario) on the day and time of the event.

As for the III Season Concert: 'Deutsche Tradition', inspired by great Germany, the general public will be able to pick up their tickets at the La Serena Public Library (Colón #495, corner Balmaceda) and/or at the Gabriela Regional Library Mistral (Juan José Latorre #782). While school students and students from the University of La Serena should go to the Extension Office of the ULS Music Department (Larraín Alcalde s/n, between Los Jardines and Seminario). Those who are unable to withdraw their invitation will be able to purchase tickets at the municipal venue box office on the same day of the event, with prices ranging between $3.000 for the general public and $2.000 for seniors. While school students and students from the University of La Serena must present their credential.

It should be noted that this presentation corresponds to the 2018 season, which is developed thanks to the Ministry of Cultures, Arts and Heritage, from whom it receives part of its financing through Glosa of the National Budget since 2016; in addition to the support provided by the University of La Serena, the Illustrious Municipality of La Serena, through its Department of Culture and the Municipal Theater.

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The formation of the Regional Table was part of the VI Week of Artistic Education.

As part of the lines of work developed by the Directorate of Liaison with the Environment and Extension of the U. de La Serena in recent times, thanks to its participation in the different tables and networks at the level of higher education, art and culture, and connection with the environment, on this occasion the DIVEULS has accepted the invitation to join the Regional Table of Artistic Education 2018. It is in these instances that the study house seeks to contribute to the strengthening and linking of the National Plan for Arts in Education with the Regional Policy 2017 - 2022.

In the meeting to form the Regional Table, which was part of the VI Artistic Education Week (SEA) “The Expression of Difference”, different artists, educators and managers from public institutions and private sectors participated, all with the same objective of continuing with the work developed by the previous tables of 2016 and 2017.

In this regard, the Director of Liaison with the Environment and Extension of the University of La Serena, Dr. Catalina Cvitanic, pointed out that this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to regional artistic education. “For DIVEULS it is very important to participate in this type of actions that invite us to contribute and contribute to the promotion of Arts and Cultures. We consider it very relevant that this work is aimed at training and artistic awareness in the community, but above all in schools, an objective that we have sought to promote for several years, through theater, concerts, visual arts, among other activities." .

What is the SEA?

Art Education Week is an international celebration, promoted by UNESCO that seeks to “raise awareness in the international community about the importance of artistic education; and promote cultural diversity, intercultural dialogue and social cohesion.” In Chile it is organized by UNESCO, the Ministry of Cultures, Arts and Heritage, the Ministry of Education, the University of Chile and Balmaceda Arte Joven, and is aimed at students from schools and high schools in the country, the teaching stage. where the development of the arts and creativity play a fundamental role in generating subjects who are more free and aware of their environment.

This 2018, between May 14 and 18, the VI version of the SEA is celebrated under the motto “The Expression of Difference”, inviting each child, young person and teacher to connect through the artistic experience. with their own identity and diversity, recognizing them as constitutive of their being, to be able to express them and build spaces for exchange and creation in which difference is appreciated as a value. (http://semanaeducacionartistica.cultura.gob.cl).

In this programming, the ULS included two activities: “Guided Tours of the ´Venturelli Exhibition: Territory, Origin and Freedom´” and “Guided Tour of the Open Air Museum on Av. Francisco de Aguirre, La Serena”.

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With works by Vivaldi and Bach, the La Serena University Symphony Orchestra inaugurated its cycle of chamber performances for the 2018 season.

Two communes and more than 400 people witnessed the first concert in chamber format, as intimate as at home, which on this occasion was performed by the string and wind ensemble of the Universidad de La Serena Symphony Orchestra in the communes of Vicuña and The Serena. The successful event included a captivating journey through the Baroque period, with pieces by two masterful European composers.

Attendees of different ages enjoyed the “Concerto for two trumpets in C Major”, “Concerto for bassoon RV 484” and “Concerto for two violins and continuo in D Minor, Op.3 N°11” by Antonio Lucio Vivaldi, in addition to the “Orchestral Suite N°2 BWV 1067 in B Minor for flutes and strings” composed by the German Johann Sebastian Bach, which were performed by Leonardo Godoy, Ramiro Álvarez, Cecilia Olmos, Pamela Morales and Vanessa Flores (violins), Daniela Gayoso and Poliana Brehmer (violas), Ana María Vega and Monserrat Trujillo (violoncello), Andrés Carvajal (double bass), Alonso Araya (harpsichord), Rodrigo López (flute), Francisco Ramos (bassoon), Sergio Fuentes and Cristian Monreal (trumpets).

Marcelo Quinzacara, who came to the Municipal Theater of Vicuña to enjoy the proposal offered in this territorial extension concert, stated that “the presentation was fantastic, the truth is that I was very pleased and I realized that the audience that came, the which was quite a bit, he also enjoyed it. It is an honor to be able to have this type of activities in our community, a highly enriching and free activity, which is very important. I like that culture is supported and spread in Vicuña, because this is a valuable cultural center where not only Chilean tourists attend, but also many foreigners,” he said.

While Gloria Sandoval indicated that this presentation “I loved it because it was very exciting and I consider myself a lover of classical music and Vivaldi's compositions, which I enjoyed a lot. “I recognized each of the works that were performed, but I also learned and got to know what the bassoon is.”

Mayor Rafael Vera himself referred to the valuable alliance that the Municipality of Vicuña maintains with the University of La Serena Symphony Orchestra for the third consecutive year, allowing this type of concerts and chamber formats to be brought to the heart of the Elqui Valley: “we are fascinated with the trust, affection and talent of this impeccable orchestra and the musicians who gave us a very intimate and beautiful chamber concert; a presentation that marks the opening of this great concert series here in Vicuña. This shows once again that Gabriela Mistral's crib is recovering its spaces and is enjoying each of the events that take place here; Today we had a really full municipal theater and we thank each of our neighbors and the family who were present.”

Subsequently, the string and wind ensemble moved to the regional capital, where it impacted the public with its program inspired by the baroque period and the interpretive ability of its musicians.

“I loved the quality and passion that the soloists projected, they are all very good. Furthermore, the selection of the works they played and the period in which it is framed was truly incredible,” commented Viviana Bobba. For his part, Juan Castillo, experienced “a special feeling when seeing and being able to enjoy a live event. Generally, one does not always have the option of being in the city and being able to attend these types of activities; However, this opportunity was very pleasant and gave me a very pleasant moment. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the performers and I will most likely do it again soon because I want to continue attending these types of concerts and learn from this style of music, which I do not have much knowledge of,” he stated.

The realization of these presentations responds to the 2018 season and its program called 'The Symphony of Cultures', which is carried out thanks to the Ministry of Cultures, Arts and Heritage from which it receives part of its financing from Glosa of the National Budget since 2016; in addition to the support provided by the University of La Serena, the Illustrious Municipality of La Serena, through its Department of Culture and the Municipal Theater, and the collaboration granted on this occasion by the Municipality of Vicuña, through the Department of Community Organizations and the office for people with disabilities.

These days, the professional ensemble is preparing its third official seasonal concert inspired by Germany 'Deutsche Tradition', scheduled for Friday, May 25, at 20:00 p.m., at the Municipal Theater of La Serena. Those who wish to enjoy this musical event can collect their tickets, during the week of the concert, at the La Serena Public Library (Colón #495, corner Balmaceda) and/or at the Gabriela Mistral Regional Library (Juan José Latorre #782) . While school students and those of the University of La Serena can go to the extension office of the ULS Music Department (Larraín Alcalde s/n, between Los Jardines and Seminario). Those who are unable to withdraw their invitation will only be able to purchase tickets at the municipal ticket office on the day of the event, with prices ranging between $3.000 for the general public and $2.000 for seniors. School students and students from the University of La Serena must present their credentials.

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The last film of this cycle will be shown in the ULS Exhibition Hall.

An excuse to go out on these cold days in Serena and enjoy an entertaining afternoon at the movies is what the Directorate of Liaison with the Environment and Extension of the University of La Serena is offering. This is “Waku Waku Cinema”, the Japanese Film Series that this Friday, May 11, at 17:00 p.m., will present “Boku no Kanojo wa Saibogu” (My girlfriend is a cyborg).

The film tells the story of Jiro, a college student whose life is so sad that he has no friends, girlfriend or family with whom to celebrate his birthday. One year, while he is buying a gift, he meets a girl with whom he spends the afternoon. When night comes, the girl says that she has to leave, but not before confessing to Jiro that he is a robot and that she comes from the future. Time passes and Jiro doesn't see her again... until her next birthday. This time the girl seems to have come to stay.

The film series is free of charge and is presented in the ULS Exhibition Hall, located at Benavente 950, La Serena.

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