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Cuban-American Orchestra Observation

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In the year 2012, the National Symphony Orchestra of Cuba made a historic visit to the United States. I opted to witness the orchestra in the town of Aiken, South Carolina. I was extremely excited to experience the reaction to the orchestra in the South America. The performance of the band was scheduled by 9 pm on Tuesday, 2ND November, at the Etherredge Center, Aiken. As I reached the center, I saw that a studio theater was prearranged as the green room for the band. Some snacks including sandwiches and cookies were laid on tables in the passageway connecting the hallway and the lounge. The auditorium was packed with the Cuban- American spectators. The visual magnificence of the orchestra and the attention of the listeners heightened my excitement. The orchestra opened with the national anthems of America, (the Star-Spangled Banner) and the Cuban (La Bayamesa) which was followed by standing ovation from the audience. …show more content…

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