Televisión Canaria is set to premiere ‘A la luz de las velas’ on Saturday, 31 October, at 23:50. This musical event features the renowned tenor Besay Pérez and takes place in the historic Palacio de Carta in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, which will be illuminated by 2,500 candles for this intimate recital.
‘A la luz de las velas’ showcases a repertoire that blends classical compositions with contemporary songs, including works by artists such as Francisco Céspedes, Alejandro Fernández, Falete, and Marc Anthony. Besay Pérez will be accompanied on piano by Diego Expósito, with special guest musician Johnny Olivera contributing to the carefully curated visual and auditory experience.
Besay Pérez, a member of the folk group Los Sabandeños since 2011, has a deep connection to the music of the Canary Islands. He began his career performing in the rondallas of the Santa Cruz de Tenerife Carnival, where he received numerous accolades as a soloist. Throughout his career, he has been part of various folk groups, including Los Majuelos, and has collaborated with notable local artists such as Chago Melián, Olga Cerpa, Los Gofiones, Los Campesinos, and Mestisay.
As a tenor, Pérez has performed with the Orquesta Clásica de Lanzarote, the Orquesta Sinfónica de Tenerife, and various bands including the Banda Municipal de Santa Cruz de Tenerife and the Banda Nivaria de Arafo. He has honed his vocal skills under the guidance of esteemed teachers such as María Orán, Manuel Garrido, and Israel Espino.
With the broadcast of this concert, Televisión Canaria reaffirms its commitment to promoting, preserving, and valuing the cultural heritage and artistic expressions of the Canary Islands.
