As part of the Fires de Sant Narcís, the Auditorio de Girona has announced a series of four musical performances showcasing various styles. The American orchestra pink martini, accompanied by vocalist storm large, will perform on Wednesday, 28 October, marking their only concert in Spain during their international tour.
On Thursday, 29 October, the venue will host the traditional concert by cobla la principal de la bisbal, while the programming will conclude on Sunday, 1 November, with two additional performances: a commemorative concert celebrating the 25th anniversary of música antiga de girona at 12:00, followed by a performance by cor maragall at 18:00.
Pink martini, known for their unique blend of vintage pop, big band sounds, and world music, will take the stage at the Sala Montsalvatge on 28 October at 21:00. With three decades of experience, the band has performed at prestigious venues such as the Hollywood Bowl, Carnegie Hall, and Sydney Opera House. Their concert in Girona promises a genre-defying experience, featuring storm large as the lead vocalist. This event is co-organised with Temporada Alta in collaboration with the Cruïlla Festival.
The cobla la principal de la bisbal, recognised as one of the most prestigious coblas in Catalonia and awarded the Creu de Sant Jordi, will perform on 29 October at 12:00, under the direction of Francesc Cassú. This traditional ensemble has become a cultural ambassador for Catalonia.
On 1 November, the commemorative concert for the 25th anniversary of música antiga de girona will feature two unpublished works by Domènec Arquimbau, retrieved from the music archive of Girona Cathedral. Later that day, cor maragall will present their new show, "Óscars con acento," at 18:00, offering a musical journey through the history of cinema with songs that have won Oscars and melodies from the 20th-century soundtrack.
Throughout November, the Auditorio de Girona will also host performances by Mar Pujol, O Fado with LINA & Marco Mezquida, Quartet Casals, Els Catarres (sold out), La música del vino with Josep Roca, Alosa, Fauré's Requiem, Uri Caine & Girona Jazz Project, Salvador Sobral, and the Sinfónica de Cobla y Cuerda de Catalunya.
