I live a rather enchanted life these days and for that I ammost grateful. I am more open to new musical and artistic experiences as I’ve gotten older due in no small part tomy acquaintance with and participation in programming provided by Beau Bledsoe, Artistic Director of Ensemble Iberica. I have travelled on two life changing patron trips to Portugal and Ireland.

Ensemble Iberica’s mission is to create music and programming that enlightens, heals, and connects audiences and artists globally, with a focus on the music of the Iberian Peninsula and its connected regions like Latin America. Theiraim is to transcend cultural boundaries, foster appreciation for diverse perspectives, and build a more interconnected world through artistic exchange. They achieve this beautifully through performances, educational programs for youth, and intercontinental collaborations.

Beau asked if he could come to the Tasty Brew Music Radio Show to introduce our listeners to their latest project Tradición Viva / Living Tradition… a book of stunning pictures by Pultizer prize photographer Dan White that includes a CD + digital download of multiple Ensemble Iberica performances captured at multiple Kansas City venues. I said yes please! Enjoy my conversation with and carefully curated selections from Beau Bledsoe, Artistic Director of Ensemble Iberica.