As Winter turns to Spring and then to Summer we appreciate those long light evenings and warm air and for those that love Classical music the time has come. Yes, Mallorca is in my opinion an island of music and the local musicians cannot be faulted. Others from afar also visit in the colder months and perform in theatres. Music of all types transport you to a different World but Classical music is something different. Now summer is upon us we can all look forward to wonderful outdoor concerts at 5* Finca hotels, Bodegas’s, Belver castle and at some of the grand houses on the island.
The programme of events is taking shape and this summer will once again bring amazement to those attending classic music events as the talents of those performing bring bring joy and relaxation away from the daily pressures and bad news. A time to eradicate those negative thoughts and just enjoy an evening of beautiful music. Violins, Pianists, Soprano’s and orchestra’s. All in magical surroundings and a glass of vino will not be welcomed to add to the ambience of the concert.
Once again Celebrity Mallorca Magazine will draw you into what is, in my view the most prestigious of the concerts. The Deia International Music Festival. El Festival International de Musica de Deia 2026. A schedule of concerts awaits all and thanks to the director Alfredo Oyaguez Montero whose energy and skills has arranged concerts at some of the finest venues on the island and to provide you with a memorable evening. Alfredo is indeed one of the most talented pianists on Mallorca and also a Conductor.
The first of two concerts of the Festival are nearly upon us as on Wednesday 27th May there will be a concert in one of the historical ballrooms at Son Marroig, Deia. Performing on piano will be the renowned Pal Eide from Norway playing his “ Beyond Belle” a timeless dream at 19.30 A magnificent start to the Season. Not only that if Son Marroig is a long drive then on Thursday 28th May at 19.30 our very own Alfredo together with Kasper Bach will captivate you playing what is four hands on the piano at the historic Sa Bassa Rotja Hotel, near Porreres. A magical concert with two pianists playing pieces from Brahms and many others. An evening not to be missed.
I am sure that lovers of classical music will enjoy the season and I shall bring you more news as the weeks go by. For tickets and schedule please visit the website www.dimf.com .All details can be found so do visit the website early.
Alfredo is an organiser extraordinaire and a piano player and more. The festival is non profit making and Sponsors are welcome to discuss with Alfredo how they can help in 2026. Bring your guests and promote your business. Alfredo will be delighted to discuss any packages with you. A little background on Alfredo is also worth mentioning.
Alfredo Oyaguez is a graduate of Yale University, where he earned a Master of Music degree. He has also completed Master of Music degrees in Conducting with Professor Heiichiro Ohyama and Piano Performance with Professor Paul Berkowitz at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB).
He was the associate Conductor and General Manager of the UCSB Symphony Orchestra and Opera Theater and a Lecturer for the Conducting Department at the UCSB Department of Music. A native of Spain, he graduated from the Madrid Royal Conservatory with a “High Degree in Music” and the “Piano Professor Diploma” where he studied with Professors Almudena Cano, Consuelo Mejias and Josep Colom. He spent three years in Poland and the Czech Republic pursuing his postgraduate studies at the “Frederic Chopin Music Academy” (Warsaw University) and the “Prague Fine arts Academy” with pianists Andrej Stefansky, Ivan Moravec and Boris Krainj. At Yale he studied Piano with Professor Boris Berman.
He is currently the head of the Conducting program and the Orchestra Program at The “Conservatorio Superior de Las Islas Baleares” conducting regularly both the Symphony and the Chamber Orchestra. Recently having K. Penderecki as a guest conductor/composer among other first rate soloists with which he has collaborated ,such as Peter Frankl, Amit Peled, Asier Polo, Chee Yun Kim..etc.
In the next couple of years four new recordings will be released featuring his collaborations with American Cellist Andrew Smith on a CD dedicated to the Music of Spanish Composers to be released by DELOS label, with the Russian violist Mikhail Zemtsov on a registration dedicated to New Zealand and a two month tour of Concerts in Africa.
There is much that Alfredo has done and plans so if you wish to learn more then do please check out his profile on his profile website www.oyaguez.com. You will be surprised!!I trust my article will draw you to the concerts of your choice so do book your tickets and check out the website www.dimf.com . Celebrity Mallorca Magazine brings you both local news, events and reports but also interviews with celebrities, parties and much more. Quality stories and a dedicated team so do visit our website at www.celebritymallorca.es and should you own a business then do connect us about advertising with and promoting your business through advertising, videos and other media opportunities. Thanks to all and enjoy the online magazine.
David Whitney