Orquestra de Músiques d'Arrel de Catalunya (OMAC)

A new proposal from the Orquestra de Músiques d'Arrel de Catalunya on peace and human rights, inspired by the legacy of Pau Casals and conceived as a reflection on his figure and his ideas.

In Manresa, the OMAC presents a large-scale proposal focused on peace and human rights, with the legacy of Pau Casals as its starting point. According to the presentation, the show works as a plea in defence of human dignity and offers a contemporary reflection on the ideas of this universal Catalan.

The production places art at the service of memory and civic commitment, and celebrates the figure of Casals for both his musical excellence and his ethical values. The orchestra brings together performers from diverse backgrounds: traditional music, cobla, jazz, early and classical music. Its dialogue with the roots of Catalan-speaking territories seeks a sound that is both current and distinctive.

The music is by Dani López, while the text and stage direction are by Sergi Pompermayer and Xavi Ricart. The proposal is a co-production of the Fira Mediterrània de Manresa and Ciemen, with the support of the Fundació Pau Casals, and forms part of the events marking the Any Pau Casals commemoration.