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Sebastián Yatra Joins Pianist Lang Lang for a Magical Performance of "Dos Oruguitas" from Disney's Encanto

An Unforgettable Collaboration at the Disney Book Concert in Madrid
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Sebastián Yatra Joins Pianist Lang Lang for a Magical Performance of "Dos Oruguitas" from Disney's Encanto

International star Sebastián Yatra took the stage as a special guest during Lang Lang's presentation of The Disney Book in concert at the National Auditorium in Madrid on Monday night. The renowned pianist, known as the "most irresistible pianist on the classical music planet" according to The New York Times, and the chart-topping singer-songwriter teamed up for a captivating rendition of the Oscar-nominated hit, "Dos Oruguitas," marking their first-ever performance together.

A clip of their enchanting collaboration was shared on Sebastián Yatra and Lang Lang's social media platforms, giving fans a glimpse of the magic that unfolded during the concert. The audience at the National Auditorium was moved as Sebastián Yatra joined Lang Lang for an unforgettable rendition of the globally adored Disney song from the hit film, Encanto.

The special night featured the Cordoba Orchestra, conducted by Rubén Gimeno, and included other esteemed guests such as singer and pianist Gina Alice, erhu teacher Guo Gan, acclaimed jazz singer Zenet, and renowned guitarist Rafael Aguirre. Together, they created a truly magical and memorable performance.

Sebastián Yatra is a multi-platinum, chart-topping singer, songwriter, and bilingual multi-instrumentalist. With his Grammy-nominated and 2x Latin Grammy award-winning album "Dharma" and his contributions to Disney's Encanto, Yatra has been on a winning streak. Billboard rightly described him as a versatile artist, and NPR acknowledged his ability to captivate audiences with his passion, emotion-evoking lyrics, and melodic voice.

Yatra's latest summer single, "VAGABUNDO," in collaboration with Manuel Turizo and Beéle, continues to soar in popularity. The track garnered 20 million streams in its initial days of release and has reached 90 million streams to date. It has also gained significant traction on the Spotify Global 200 chart and has secured 17 strong placements on Spotify Top 200 throughout Latin America, Mexico, and Spain. The music video for "VAGABUNDO," inspired by The White Lotus and directed by Joaquin Cambre, has trended on YouTube at number four.

The Disney Book, Lang Lang's latest album, celebrates 100 years of The Walt Disney Company. Through his unique interpretations, Lang Lang takes listeners on a musical journey through iconic film melodies, reimagined in new versions crafted by some of the world's greatest arrangers. This album invites fans of all ages to enjoy classical music through Lang Lang's masterful piano performances.

Lang Lang has long been inspired by Disney music, recalling his first encounter with the melody of "It's a Small World" during a visit to Tokyo Disneyland when he was thirteen. In 2016, he performed a special rendition of "Let It Go" from Frozen at the grand opening of the Shanghai Disney Resort.

The collaboration between Sebastián Yatra and Lang Lang at the Disney Book Concert in Madrid was truly a magical experience. Their performance of "Dos Oruguitas" showcased their exceptional talent and brought joy to the audience at the National Auditorium. The concert served as a testament to the power of music to create unforgettable moments that transcend language and culture.