El Caminante
Navona, 2025
8/10
The Boston University Opera Institute are joined by 3 different vocalists for a one act operatic performance thats embrace Latin American ideas.
“Prelude” starts the listen with the orchestra’s flowing strings emitting beauty and color, and “Song of the fountain (Maidens 1-2)” follows with Michelle Johnson’s soaring soprano adding much power to the eloquent climate.
Further along, “Romanza (Yolanda)” showcases Juliette Lee Kaoudji’s stunning mezzo soprano amid the dynamic interplay between the orchestra, while “Racconto (Ginesa)” offers intimacy and emotion thanks to the lush strings and expressive vocals.
Near the end, “Song of the Farmer” enlists David Guzmán’s distinct tenor that guides the cinematic musicianship, and “Finale” finishes with all 3 vocalists lending their inimitable pipes to the meticulous exit.
A highly engaging opera that surrounds miracle and mirage, the Boston University Opera Institute and Symphony Orchestra, conductor William Lumpkin and 3 vocalists certainly do justice to Eduardo Sánchez de Fuentes’ vision.
Travels well with: Reza Vali- The Darkness Of Fury; Trace Johnson- Works For Cello