Michael Camilo, one of the leading jazz and concert pianists of Latin America today, had to import his own Steinway piano from New York City to play at the 52nd anniversary of the Central Bank. Camilo will play a concert for piano and orchestra accompanying the National Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Maestro Carlos Piantini. The pianos at the National Theater, the National Music Conservatory nor the Fundación Sinfonia were available. All argued that in the DR there are not the appropriate personnel to relocate the piano safely. The president of Fundación Sinfonía, Margarita Copello said that she would take advantage of the visit of the expert piano handlers to train local personnel. Michael Camilo said that it is the first time he is denied the use of a piano.
