On June 3rd 2021 the presentation of the "Argentine Music: Illustrated Recital" took place at the Canberra Girls Grammar School, organized by the Argentine pianist residing in Canberra, Marcela Fiorillo. Ms. Fiorillo provided an introductory address on the works of renowned Argentine composers which made up the repertoire selected for the occasion: Julían Aguirre, Luis Gianneo, Horacio López de la Rosa, Antonio Russo, Carlos Guastavino, Angel Lasala, Astor Piazzolla and Alberto Ginastera.
Ms. Fiorillo’s students (the youngest of which was only 6 years old), after many days of intense rehearsals, performed on the piano some songs by the mentioned composers to the delight of the approximately 180 people in attendance.
After the recital, the Chargé d'Affaires, Minister Leandro Waisman, presented certificates to the students in recognition of their commitment to Argentine music.
