They make you vibrate with their talent

02 MIN 30 SEC

Gabriel Rangel / Music Critic

Monterrey, Mexico (June 21, 2025) - 5:00 a.m.

Gabriela Jiménez once again proved to be one of the most talented percussionists nationally and internationally.

Gabriela Jiménez once again proved herself to be one of the most talented percussionists nationally and internationally. Credit: Velia de la Cruz

Charles Yang is a master of his instrument and possesses a resonant sound. Credit: Velia de la Cruz

Director Carlos Miguel Prieto did a great job. Credit: Velia de la Cruz

Last night, the ensemble repeated the success, this time accompanied by students from the Monterrey School of Music and Dance. Credit: Velia de la Cruz

A true tour de force, in which the tension and energy required by the author did not diminish.

A true tour de force, in which the tension and energy required by the author never wavered. Credit: Velia de la Cruz

Violinist Yang followed with 'For a Younger Self' by American Kris Bowers, written as a concerto for violin and orchestra.

Violinist Yang followed with "For a Younger Self" by American composer Kris Bowers, written as a concerto for violin and orchestra. Credit: Velia de la Cruz

Much of the success was also due to the baton guidance of Carlos Miguel Prieto, who performed meticulous coordination work on each of the scores. Credit: Velia de la Cruz

The audience gave a standing ovation at the end, hoping to hear this ensemble again soon with new and talented young people in its ranks.

The audience gave a standing ovation at the end, hoping to hear this ensemble again soon with new and talented young people joining its ranks. Credit: Velia de la Cruz

Orchestra of the Americas Credit: Velia de la Cruz

On its last visit to the city in 2019, the Orchestra of the Americas caused a sensation with a marathon concert filled with emotion, thanks to the dedication of each of the young people of different nationalities who make up the orchestra.

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