Update: personally, the highlight of this year’s festival for me was the performance of María José Montiel, a lovely and extraordinarily gifted mezzosoprano. Her smooth, rich tone and impeccable technique is admirable enough, but I was captivated by her ability to add subtle nuances of almost brooding passion and drama.
Expressing this opinion later, I was unsurprised to find myself in a more or less amiable disagreement with my always-critical better half. To be fair, my partner has less regard for Capplonch than I, and so was less likely to be appreciative of the selections. Also, he had seen Ms. Montiel a few years before in Tokyo, and felt that her talents were more appropriate for a larger venue.
Whatever the case, 14 August was a wonderful Saturday afternoon and evening. It felt good to get away from the US casinos online for a little while, though of course I must reassure my loyal readers that I am still as dedicated as ever to the cause of finding casinos for USA players.
While we are vacationing, the loan refi process continues (luckily, we have people taking care of this for us). But such things are beside the point. Both of us are eagerly awaiting the Leipzig Quartet tomorrow; my partner especially is looking forward to the Janáček selections.
Where: Claustro de Santo Domingo (Cloisters of Santo Domingo)
When: July – August 2010
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The Festival de Pollença (or Pollensa Music Festival) has been an international event for lovers of fine music since it was founded in 1962 by the renowned violinist Philip Newman. Every year, a series of performances fill two summer months in one of the Mediterranean’s finest destinations: Pollença, at the northernmost tip of gorgeous Majorca.
Past performances have showcased some of the finest musicians in the world, from pop, jazz, and traditional music to the ‘classical’ works that characterize the history of the Festival. The medieval Cloisters of Santo Domingo and the world-famous Balearic scenery and climate provide rich and evocative surroundings for the equally complex and lovely music.
Additionally, the summer months are celebrated by a wealth of concurrent events, from the Fiestas de la Verge del Carmen to the Fiesta de Patrona de Pollença. Expect virtually non-stop music of all kinds, exuberant pageants and solemn processions. Don’t miss the reenactment of the valiant defense of the local Christian townsfolk against the marauding Moorish pirates!
And this all takes place amidst enchanting historical architecture and landmarks, cosy cafes, bustling artisan markets, art galleries, museums, sophisticated nightlife and traditional culture. Those of you who enjoy gambling can always access online slots (if you ever have downtime in your schedule!). Explore the waters and sunny beaches, travel the trails and pathways into unexpected natural splendour, and basically just live as luxuriously or as rustically as you wish during your stay.
There may be other places in which you could find an unforgettable summer, but spending July and August in Pollença virtually guarantees a lifetime of joyous memories. Whether you are especially fond of fine music or simply desire a fantastic all-around vacation experience, take our advice and plan your trip to this jewel of the Mediterranean.