Ginastera\&##39;s dramatic, beautiful, and rarely performed epic Cantata para América Mágica is scored for a large ensemble of 13 percussionists, two pianists, celeste, and dramatic soprano. Ginastera utilizes a number of exotic percussion instruments which combine to form a complex fabric of both very delicate and imposing textures. Set to text taken from ancient pre-Columbian manuscripts, his melodic lines combine with driving, percussive rhythmic structures giving a nod to both Stravinsky and Bartok. Featuring UM Faculty Caroline Helton, soprano. Christopher James Lees leads the University Philharmonia Orchestra in the joyful Iubilum; Symphonic Celebration, Op. 51. Jovanni-Rey V. de Pedro will perform Ginastera’s Sonata No. 1 for piano.