Valencia continues to cement its reputation as a leading European cultural destination with the new season of Els Concerts a la Fundació. Running from September 2026 through March 2027, the cultural center of Fundació Bancaja hosts a distinguished musical series organized by the foundation, supported by Grupo Pavasal, and produced in collaboration with Le Plato Prod. This multidisciplinary program creates a vibrant bridge between flamenco heritage, international jazz, classical chamber repertoire, and avant-garde performing arts.
A Prestigious Setting: Fundació Bancaja Cultural Center
Located in Valencia's Plaza de Tetuán, Fundació Bancaja offers an intimate and acoustically refined atmosphere designed for live music. Its chamber setting ensures exceptional clarity, allowing the audience to perceive every nuance just meters from the stage—from the delicate touch of nylon guitar strings and the resonance of the grand piano to the rhythmic strike of dance footwork.
An International Lineup: Legends and Vanguard (September 2026 – March 2027)
The curated season gathers prominent masters and groundbreaking creators:
Tim Ries & Rafael Riqueni
The cycle presents a joint performance featuring Tim Ries and Rafael Riqueni. American saxophonist and jazz composer Tim Ries—celebrated for his distinguished jazz career and long-standing work with The Rolling Stones—joins the lyricism and poetic touch of Rafael Riqueni, an undisputed master of Andalusian guitar.
Dorantes
Pianist and composer David Peña Dorantes brings his distinctive sound to the series. A pioneer in adapting the grand piano to flamenco rhythms, his performance brings together Gitano tradition, classical composition, and improvisational jazz freedom.
Carmen Linares
Legendary cantaora Carmen Linares takes the stage. Recognized with the Princess of Asturias Award for the Arts and hailed as one of the most important voices in contemporary Spanish music, her recital delivers expressive depth, maturity, and traditional mastery.
Soirée Musicale
The season features Soirée Musicale, introducing chamber music and classical instrumentation to provide acoustic contrast and stylistic depth within the series.
Israel Galván
Dancer and choreographer Israel Galván brings his cutting-edge stagecraft. A recipient of Spain's National Dance Prize, Galván expands the boundaries of contemporary flamenco dance through intricate body percussion, daring physical expression, and conceptual staging.
La Tania
Acclaimed bailaora La Tania appears in the cycle. An internationally recognized figure in dance, she contributes technical precision, dramatic intensity, and an expressive command of traditional flamenco choreography.
A Continuous Season for Valencia's Cultural Scene
Rather than a condensed weekend festival, Els Concerts a la Fundació extends across seven months, from September through March. This steady monthly cadence establishes a regular meeting point for audiences and culture enthusiasts, solidifying Valencia as a premier stop for high-caliber musical productions in Spain.
Ticket Reservations and Information
Given the limited capacity of the auditorium and the prominence of featured artists such as Tim Ries, Rafael Riqueni, Carmen Linares, Dorantes, and Israel Galván, early booking is recommended via the official portal at fundacionbancaja.es.
For Le Plato Prod, producing this concert series reflects our ongoing commitment to staging premier flamenco, jazz, and contemporary musical talent across Europe's leading cultural institutions.
