Power and Poetry in Ravel

On the evening of March 8, the audience was treated to an unforgettable performance: a free concert that celebrated not only the 150th anniversary of Maurice Ravel’s birth but also International Women’s Day, with an artistic program that combined musical excellence, reflection, and representation. One of the night’s most powerful moments was soprano Tati Helene’s emotionally stirring and masterfully nuanced interpretation of Ravel’s Shéhérazade.

Under the baton of conductor Carlos dos Prazeres, the performance served as an ode to art as a space for communion and peace. The choice of Shéhérazade, with its exotic soundscapes and daring harmonies, showcased not only Ravel’s orchestral brilliance but also Tati Helene’s remarkable vocal range and interpretative depth. With grace and command, the soprano brought to life the legendary figure of the Eastern storyteller—a symbol of intelligence, sensitivity, and feminine resilience.

More than a display of technical virtuosity, Tati Helene’s performance stood out for its emotional depth and stage presence. With a captivating timbre and refined phrasing, she guided the audience through lyrical landscapes of dream, mystery, and beauty, reaffirming the power of the female voice as a profound instrument of artistic expression. As the site Planeta Paz noted in its review, “the brilliant soprano Tati Helene captivated the audience with her stunning interpretation of Shéhérazade by Maurice Ravel.”

The evening also featured a performance of Ravel’s iconic Bolero—a symbol of musical persistence and gradual intensity—which brought the concert to a close with the same crescendo of emotion and energy that defined the entire program.