The event was attended by ULS authorities, special guests and the general public who came to the Municipal Theater of La Serena to enjoy once again the exceptional presentation that is part of the 2014 season.

This concert had the special participation of the Dutch director Marnix Willem Steffen, who narrated part of his experience that marked his debut in our country. ''If you are a guest director, something happens like a meeting between two people, a relationship. The conductor comes to work with the orchestra, help them play better and also give a good interpretation of the work they do. It is not known how the relationship will end before the concert. In this case it has been very good, the orchestra has acquired a very good style of playing, that is very good, we have incorporated details. This is a young orchestra with a desire to learn and that has a future,'' said the maestro who worked for two intense weeks in La Serena.

The professional, who currently practices in Peru, has developed a vast career in Latin America, conducting with all types of professional orchestras, which is why his vision regarding the contribution he can make, from his experience to the development and improvement of these casts, is an interesting challenge because he pointed out that "since the origin of classical music is in Europe, it is obviously more advanced, the orchestras are very large, but also in many cases larger, which is why sometimes they do not accept changes or new ideas, that is why Maybe there's a lot of ground here for directors like me to work on.''

For his part, the cello soloist, Víctor Araya Altamirano, expressed his excitement, showing all his joy and satisfaction with the work carried out. The professional performer born in Coquimbo, has transformed himself with effort and dedication into one of the best exponents of this art.

''I am very happy with what we achieved, it has been hard work and I am very grateful for the generosity and support of all my colleagues who have always been encouraging me and the director who transmitted his knowledge to us,'' said the musician who played masterfully. the concerto in C Major by Franz Joseph Haydn.

The day concluded with the presentation of recognition to the guest conductor, Marnix Willem Steffen, by the Rector of the University of La Serena, Dr. Nibaldo Avilés, and to Víctor Araya, who was recognized by the artistic coordinator of the OSULS and the musician's teacher. at the University of La Serena, Rodrigo Díaz.

The audience recognized with their applause the great presentation offered by the Regional Orchestra, developed within the framework of a new anniversary of the ULS.