It was October 2012, the first time I flew to Cuba. The tension was a great deal for the responsibility that I felt: transcribing premiered the works of a composer Leo Brouwer caliber for my main instrument, the accordion. Theaters full and extremely attentive and curious audience, especially for a tool that Leo Brouwer himself, introducing me, the first concert called “exotic.”

The feeling that I carry within me is of deep serenity and joy in feeling very lucky to do what I love. Return to Cuba for the umpteenth time is not only work, but sharing and passion for life.With pleasure we share some photos and video.

Leo Brouwer, Paisaje cubano con campanas world premiere for accordion by Marco Lo Russo

Show Encuetro by Marco Lo Russo with Danza Teatro Retazos

Marco Lo Russo and Gaston Joya Perellada double bass

Fuga y Mistero by Astor Piazzolla Festival Leo Brouwer 2012

Niurka Gonzalez, flute
Marco Lo Russo, accordion
Ernan Lopez-Nussa, piano
Edin Karamazov, guitar
Alejandro Martinez, cello
Manuel Vivar, percussion