Concert | Open Rehearsal: Between Almeida Prado's Orixás and Mendelssohn's Praise

The program begins with the prelude to Nepomuceno's unfinished opera _O Garatuja_ (1904), blending refined symphonic writing with Brazilian rhythms. This is followed by Almeida Prado's _Suite da Sinfonia dos Orixás_, showcasing his mature style inspired by Candomblé chants and percussion. The evening concludes with Mendelssohn's _Symphony No. 2 – Lobgesang_, a magnificent cantata of praise featuring orchestra, soloists, and choir.