The ADDA Simfónica Orchestra, conducted by Josep Vicent, will perform the concert 'Carmen, from Seville to Buenos Aires' on July 22 at the 'Santiago Quinto' Municipal Auditorium in Albatera, with free entry and limited capacity.
The Alicante-based ADDA Simfónica, under the baton of the prestigious conductor Josep Vicent, will arrive in Albatera on July 22 to interpret 'Carmen, from Seville to Buenos Aires', a programme that fuses Bizet's opera with Argentine rhythms. The concert, with free entry until capacity is reached, is part of the patron saint festivities in honour of Santiago Apostle and the Moors and Christians 2026.
A musical journey between two shores
The show proposes a sound journey that connects the Seville of the cigarette maker Carmen with the tangos and milongas of Buenos Aires. The orchestra, based at the Alicante Provincial Auditorium (ADDA), has achieved success for its versatility and interpretative quality. Josep Vicent, leading the ensemble, is known for his ability to tackle diverse repertoires, from classical music to contemporary.
For the people of Albatera, this event represents a unique opportunity to enjoy a top-level symphonic group without leaving the municipality. The Department of Festivities has highlighted that the concert is one of the highlights of the programme, designed to attract all audiences, from classical music lovers to those seeking new cultural experiences.
A complete festive programme
The concert on Wednesday, July 22, at 21:30 hours at the 'Santiago Quinto' Municipal Auditorium, located in the Huerta park, opens an intense week of events. The following day, Thursday 23, the 'Aurora' Musical Union will offer a 'Film Music' concert at the same venue. On Friday 24, the XIV Coral Competition will take place in the Plaza de España, and the night will close with a tribute to 'El último de la fila' and a DJ session at the Barraca Popular.
On Saturday 25, the day of the patron Santiago Apostle, there will be a sung mass, procession, and fireworks, as well as a tribute to 'Supersubmarina'. The festivities will conclude on Sunday 26 with a mass for the deceased. All events are organized by the Albatera City Council in collaboration with local associations and the Federation of Moors and Christians.
Free entry with limited capacity
The organization recommends arriving early to secure a spot, as the auditorium's capacity is limited. No prior reservation will be made, so access will be managed on a first-come, first-served basis. The council encourages residents and visitors to participate in this cultural event, which combines tradition and musical avant-garde.
For more information, interested parties can contact the Albatera City Council at the phone number 965 48 50 00. The patron saint festivities are celebrated from July 3 to 26, with a wide programme that includes parades, religious events, and activities for all ages.
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