Carlos Miguel Prieto live in Mexico City

Experience Carlos Miguel Prieto live on July 12th

Carlos Miguel Prieto will conduct a concert at the Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City on July 12, 2026. Prieto is a Mexican conductor and composer known for championing contemporary Mexican orchestral music alongside standard repertoire. His compositions often blend elements of traditional Mexican folk music with modern orchestral techniques, resulting in vibrant and rhythmically complex works. He frequently collaborates with both established and emerging composers, fostering a dynamic connection between classical tradition and innovation.

The Palacio de Bellas Artes is a prominent cultural venue in Mexico City, renowned for its architectural significance and artistic importance. Construction began in 1904, initially envisioned as a theatre, but evolved into a broader arts center under the direction of Federico Mariscal. The building combines Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles, featuring intricate marble facades and significant murals by prominent Mexican artists like Diego Rivera, José Clemente Orozco, and David Alfaro Siqueiros within its interior spaces. Officially inaugurated in 1934, it has hosted numerous performances across various disciplines – opera, dance, theatre, music – and houses the Museo del Palacio de Bellas Artes. It’s considered one of Mexico City’s most iconic landmarks and a key symbol of Mexican identity.