Darwin Aquino Conducts Danse Macabre

An electrifying evening of orchestral color and global inspiration as the Interlochen Philharmonic takes the stage under the baton of Darwin Aquino. This dynamic program journeys from the dramatic power of Verdi’s Nabucco Overture to the vivid rhythms and bold spirit of Darwin Aquino’s YOAminicana. Saint-Saëns’ thrilling Danse Macabre adds wit and excitement, while Adolphus Hailstork’s Three Spirituals brings warmth, depth, and reflection. Gabriela Ortiz’s Kauyumari closes the night with a vibrant, contemporary burst of energy and imagination. A celebration of storytelling, culture, and the full expressive force of the orchestra, this is a concert that provides surprise, beauty, and exhilaration from first note to last.