El Canto de las Manos
About This Event
El Canto de las Manos at David Geffen Hall is billed with a varied lineup: actor-filmmaker Bradley Cooper appears alongside conductor Gustavo Dudamel, the Juilliard Orchestra, classical artists Colin Analco and SignNexus, and electronic artist DJ Kurs. Analco and SignNexus are known for an ensemble-centered, clarity-focused approach; Dudamel appears in his capacity as conductor, the Juilliard Orchestra supplies the student orchestral presence, and DJ Kurs contributes an electronic element.
About El Canto de las Manos
*El Canto de las Manos* arrives at David Geffen Hall as a live classical program shaped around the idea of “hands” as both instrument and language. Featured performers include María Valverde, Gustavo Dudamel, Song Hee Lee, Theo (Hayes) Claveles, and Adam Catangui, working within a concert setting that keeps the focus on ensemble craft rather than spectacle. Specific New York premiere history has not been widely documented, but its placement at this stage signals how NYC continues to test the boundaries of what a classical night can hold. The most persuasive moments come when the concept stays anchored in sound and timing.
About the Artists
SignNexus
SignNexus is a classical artist whose work has been heard at New York City’s David Geffen Hall, including the live program *El Canto de las Manos*. In performance, they have shared the stage with artists such as María Valverde, Gustavo Dudamel, Song Hee Lee, Theo (Hayes) Claveles, Adam Catangui, Minki Hong, Sophia Morales, and Bridget Berrigan.
Gustavo Dudamel
Gustavo Dudamel is a Venezuelan conductor and violinist, recognized for his dynamic conducting style and leadership of major orchestras, including the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
Colin Analco
Colin Analco is a classical musician heard in New York City at David Geffen Hall, where his work has included *El Canto de las Manos*. His background reflects a steady, ensemble-centered practice shaped through collaborations with artists such as Gustavo Dudamel, María Valverde, Song Hee Lee, and Theo (Hayes) Claveles, among others.
Juilliard Orchestra
The Juilliard Orchestra is a prominent student orchestra based at the Juilliard School in New York City, known for performing a wide range of orchestral repertoire.
Bradley Cooper
Bradley Cooper is an American actor and filmmaker known for his roles in films such as 'Silver Linings Playbook', 'American Sniper', and 'A Star is Born'.
DJ Kurs
DJ Kurs is an individual artist known for their contributions to the electronic music genre, often performing at various cultural events.