The Traveling Harpsichord. Wanda Landowska in Asturias (1909-1932). MúAX 2026

If you are passionate about music history and want to discover a fascinating figure, you cannot miss this lecture dedicated to the legendary Wanda Landowska. Join us on a journey through the life of this pioneer who managed to restore the splendor of the harpsichord in the middle of the 20th century and her close relationship with Asturias. 🎹

The talk will be given by María Sanhuesa Fonseca, PhD in History and Music Sciences and tenured professor at the Universidad de Oviedo. It will be a unique opportunity to learn how this Polish artist, a great friend of Manuel de Falla, toured our country for 30 years and left an indelible mark on the Asturian public.

Event details

The event will take place in the Salón de actos de la Biblioteca Pública Jovellanos.

Through this session, we will explore the trajectory of Landowska, who visited Asturias on multiple occasions accompanied by her two-manual Pleyel harpsichord:

• Nine concerts offered in the Principality between 1909 and 1932.
• Five concerts held in Gijón, where she sparked a true passion for this instrument.
• Three concerts in Oviedo and one in Avilés. 🎼

It is the perfect plan to delve into the cultural legacy of our region with the help of an expert. We look forward to seeing you to enjoy this interesting story! ✨