0:00:00 > 0:00:01- Welcome.
0:00:01 > 0:00:04- It's a pleasure to be here.
0:00:04 > 0:00:07- We are so happy to be here.
0:00:08 > 0:00:10- APPLAUSE
0:00:10 > 0:00:13- October 2015.
0:00:13 > 0:00:16- The BBC National Orchestra - of Wales...
0:00:17 > 0:00:20- ..sets out on the most - ambitious tour in its history.
0:00:21 > 0:00:23- It's 150 years since the first - Welsh people...
0:00:23 > 0:00:26- ..established themselves - in Patagonia.
0:00:26 > 0:00:29- So, what better excuse - to perform there?
0:00:34 > 0:00:35- It's something unique.
0:00:36 > 0:00:39- Many people will watch an orchestra - for the first time.
0:00:40 > 0:00:43- It's a huge event - for the orchestra.
0:00:43 > 0:00:46- We're over the moon - that they're coming here.
0:00:46 > 0:00:48- 8,000 miles...
0:00:49 > 0:00:50- ..260 instruments...
0:00:51 > 0:00:54- ..70 musicians - and a world famous harpist.
0:00:54 > 0:00:56- This is a trip and a half.
0:00:57 > 0:01:01- You see it on television, - you see the pictures...
0:01:01 > 0:01:04- ..but it's not the same - as being here.
0:01:04 > 0:01:08- It's very complicated because - we're working in partnership...
0:01:08 > 0:01:13- ..with many schools, with choirs, - with youth orchestras.
0:01:15 > 0:01:20- I'm sure this project for the local - people will be unforgettable.
0:01:32 > 0:01:36- In 1865, more than 150 pioneers - landed here...
0:01:36 > 0:01:39- ..in Puerto Madryn, - to start the adventure...
0:01:39 > 0:01:42- ..of establishing a Welsh colony.
0:01:42 > 0:01:46- A century and a half later, the BBC - National Orchestra of Wales...
0:01:46 > 0:01:48- ..has ventured to South America.
0:01:49 > 0:01:53- Just like the early Welsh settlers, - they're also breaking new ground.
0:01:55 > 0:01:58- This is the first time - in Patagonia's history...
0:01:59 > 0:02:01- ..for a symphony orchestra - to perform here.
0:02:02 > 0:02:05- But there's a problem. There isn't - a suitable concert hall.
0:02:05 > 0:02:08- The first task is to adapt - a building.
0:02:13 > 0:02:15- This was an old wool factory.
0:02:15 > 0:02:19- There's plenty of room but - with only four days to go...
0:02:19 > 0:02:24- ..transforming the building into - a suitable hall is a big challenge.
0:02:25 > 0:02:28- When I first came here there were - bails of wool on the floor.
0:02:28 > 0:02:30- It was grey all over.
0:02:30 > 0:02:33- And the stage wasn't there.
0:02:34 > 0:02:36- And there were holes in the roof.
0:02:36 > 0:02:40- I'm a bit on edge but it's lovely - to be in the building...
0:02:40 > 0:02:42- ..where the concert will be held.
0:02:42 > 0:02:44- It isn't ready yet.
0:02:44 > 0:02:48- For example, the stage, - as you can see...
0:02:48 > 0:02:50- ..isn't long enough.
0:02:51 > 0:02:54- There are enough problems - without the headache...
0:02:54 > 0:02:59- ..of transporting a full orchestra - to the other side of the world.
0:02:59 > 0:03:02- They flew to Buenos Aires - and then we had a truck...
0:03:02 > 0:03:07- ..to make sure everything arrived - here in plenty of time and safely.
0:03:07 > 0:03:09- I hope everything's alright.
0:03:10 > 0:03:12- Before the full orchestra - arrives...
0:03:12 > 0:03:16- ..a dozen musicians have travelled - to Patagonia...
0:03:16 > 0:03:21- ..to hold workshops in schools - and to inspire young musicians.
0:03:22 > 0:03:26- I hope we'll have a good time.
0:03:26 > 0:03:31- We will listen carefully - and enjoy everything...
0:03:31 > 0:03:33- ..we'll experience today.
0:03:33 > 0:03:34- So...
0:03:42 > 0:03:46- It's an eye opener for the children - who are not familiar with...
0:03:46 > 0:03:49- ..seeing and listening to - classical instruments.
0:03:58 > 0:04:01- It's also a new experience - for some of the adults too.
0:04:03 > 0:04:08- I've never had the opportunity - to see an orchestra performing.
0:04:08 > 0:04:12- So I think this will be - a brilliant experience...
0:04:13 > 0:04:16- ..for the entire region.
0:04:19 > 0:04:23- The entire province will benefit - from the music workshops.
0:04:23 > 0:04:27- In the shadow of the Andes, - in the Cwm Hyfryd area...
0:04:27 > 0:04:30- ..harpist Catrin Finch - begins her journey.
0:04:35 > 0:04:37- This is my first time here.
0:04:37 > 0:04:40- You see it on television, - you see pictures...
0:04:40 > 0:04:42- ..but it's not the same - as being here.
0:04:44 > 0:04:45- It's an amazing country.
0:04:46 > 0:04:48- You can see the Andes over there.
0:04:48 > 0:04:50- It's so different to Wales.
0:04:50 > 0:04:52- But, yes, fantastic.
0:04:53 > 0:04:56- The welcome is obvious, - right from the start.
0:04:59 > 0:05:01- Thank you for coming.
0:05:02 > 0:05:04- I like music.
0:05:04 > 0:05:07- Thanks. Thanks very much.
0:05:09 > 0:05:13- It's a busy timetable. Next is - a session for school children.
0:05:14 > 0:05:18- And a chance for her family, - who are travelling with her...
0:05:18 > 0:05:20- ..to join in the fun.
0:05:20 > 0:05:21- Hello.
0:05:21 > 0:05:24- Hello.- - Hello. Welcome.
0:05:46 > 0:05:49- I watched the children's faces - this morning.
0:05:50 > 0:05:52- One - they had probably never - heard a harp before.
0:05:53 > 0:05:58- Two - they are learning music - but there's a lack of instruments.
0:05:58 > 0:06:01- So, seeing a harp...
0:06:01 > 0:06:04- ..and also a harpist - who knows her stuff...
0:06:04 > 0:06:06- ..is fantastic for them.
0:06:07 > 0:06:08- I could see their eyes.
0:06:09 > 0:06:11- That was worth every second - of the work...
0:06:11 > 0:06:14- ..that's gone into organizing - this trip.
0:06:19 > 0:06:22- I don't know... - Can they play anything?
0:06:22 > 0:06:24- A piece?
0:06:43 > 0:06:45- With music, it can be shared.
0:06:45 > 0:06:48- Unfortunately, I can't speak - a word of Spanish.
0:06:48 > 0:06:51- The children don't speak - a lot of Welsh or English.
0:06:52 > 0:06:56- The only way we can communicate - is through sharing music.
0:06:58 > 0:07:01- The whole point of this - is for me to come out here...
0:07:01 > 0:07:04- ..and share my music, - Welsh music, Welsh songs.
0:07:04 > 0:07:07- Maybe they'll learn a bit - of the language... .
0:07:08 > 0:07:10- .and learn a bit about our history - through a song.
0:07:11 > 0:07:13- That's the whole point of this.
0:07:14 > 0:07:17- Meanwhile, at a secondary school - in Trelew...
0:07:17 > 0:07:21- ..the orchestra group are - entertaining a new audience.
0:07:29 > 0:07:34- At a retirement home, they bring - memories of the old country.
0:07:36 > 0:07:39- Both my grandmothers - and grandfathers...
0:07:39 > 0:07:41- ..came over on the Mimosa.
0:07:41 > 0:07:44- The first ship that came.
0:07:45 > 0:07:48- They awaken the imagination - at a school...
0:07:48 > 0:07:51- ..for children with special needs.
0:08:05 > 0:08:08- They are also on the trail of local - talent for the big concert.
0:08:09 > 0:08:16- # All the stars' twinkles say... #
0:08:17 > 0:08:19- We've got a magical arrangement - of Ar Hyd y Nos.
0:08:20 > 0:08:23- We want to give three people - the opportunity to perform...
0:08:23 > 0:08:24- ..with the orchestra.
0:08:25 > 0:08:28- Just a small moment for everybody - to think of home...
0:08:28 > 0:08:33- ..and for young performers to go on - stage and perform in front of...
0:08:33 > 0:08:37- ..an audience with a full symphony - orchestra as well as a chorus.
0:08:37 > 0:08:41- # The heavenly family
0:08:41 > 0:08:44- # In peace
0:08:44 > 0:08:52- # All through the night. #
0:08:54 > 0:08:57- Do you have Welsh ancestry?
0:08:57 > 0:09:00- Do I speak Welsh? No.
0:09:00 > 0:09:02- Really?
0:09:02 > 0:09:05- I learn the words phonetically.
0:09:05 > 0:09:07- Thank you.
0:09:07 > 0:09:09- Beautiful voice.
0:09:09 > 0:09:10- A promising start.
0:09:11 > 0:09:12- Choosing will be difficult.
0:09:20 > 0:09:24- Over in Cwm Hyfryd, before Catrin - leaves to join the rest of...
0:09:24 > 0:09:28- ..the orchestra, her family - get a taste of asado.
0:09:28 > 0:09:31- It's the tradition of roasting meat - on an open fire...
0:09:32 > 0:09:35- ..just like the early settlers did - on the plains.
0:09:36 > 0:09:39- Are you going to slice that?
0:09:39 > 0:09:41- I'm getting a sun tan here!
0:09:42 > 0:09:47- The cook is Alejandro Jones, - a farmer and musician...
0:09:47 > 0:09:51- ..who keeps the Argentinian - and Welsh traditions alive.
0:09:51 > 0:09:53- Have you tried asado before?
0:09:53 > 0:09:57- Not really. It's my first time. - How long have they been cooking?
0:09:58 > 0:09:59- Three hours.
0:09:59 > 0:10:03- It can take longer or shorter. - It depends.
0:10:03 > 0:10:07- We're supposed to have the meat - ready by nine so we're alright.
0:10:08 > 0:10:09- They're almost ready?
0:10:10 > 0:10:12- Yes, they're ready now.
0:10:12 > 0:10:16- And it's not a true asado - until someone starts the singing.
0:10:16 > 0:10:19- # Down beside the sea... #
0:10:19 > 0:10:21- Well done, Alejandro.
0:10:21 > 0:10:25- # Oh, I love you - Oh, I love you
0:10:25 > 0:10:30- # The girl beside the sea
0:10:31 > 0:10:33- # One day I'll marry her - (Where?)
0:10:34 > 0:10:36- # Beside the sea - (Where?)
0:10:36 > 0:10:39- # Beside the sea - (Where?)
0:10:39 > 0:10:41- # Beside the sea
0:10:41 > 0:10:43- # One day I'll marry her - (Where?)
0:10:43 > 0:10:46- # Beside the sea - (Where?)
0:10:46 > 0:10:49- # Beside the sea... #
0:10:53 > 0:10:53- Subtitles
0:10:53 > 0:10:55- Subtitles- - Subtitles
0:11:02 > 0:11:07- There's just a day until the BBC - National Orchestra of Wales'...
0:11:07 > 0:11:09- ..big concert in Patagonia.
0:11:09 > 0:11:12- Well, at least we have chairs now!
0:11:15 > 0:11:19- But there's a lot of work to do - to turn an old wool factory...
0:11:20 > 0:11:22- ..into a concert hall.
0:11:22 > 0:11:24- Last minute preparations!
0:11:26 > 0:11:30- Mariano Bachrach - is the local organizer.
0:11:30 > 0:11:34- He's responsible for turning - 'manana' into today.
0:11:34 > 0:11:37- It was hard work - from the beginning...
0:11:37 > 0:11:41- ..co-ordinating this big tour - in Chubut...
0:11:41 > 0:11:45- ..where never an orchestra - of this name has been.
0:11:47 > 0:11:51- All the instruments have travelled - from Wales to Buenos Aires...
0:11:51 > 0:11:53- ..and from Buenos Aires to Trelew.
0:11:54 > 0:11:56- A huge task in itself.
0:11:56 > 0:11:59- But not everything is ready - by a long way.
0:11:59 > 0:12:01- There aren't even toilets yet!
0:12:03 > 0:12:06- A lot of things had not been done - for us this morning.
0:12:06 > 0:12:10- I was worried, to be honest, - because it didn't look like...
0:12:11 > 0:12:15- ..a building the orchestra - could perform in.
0:12:17 > 0:12:20- Here in Argentina, it's very common - that we have a deadline...
0:12:20 > 0:12:24- ..and nothing happens until - half an hour before...
0:12:24 > 0:12:27- ..and half an hour before - we have everything...
0:12:27 > 0:12:29- ..so I think we have - a good concert tomorrow.
0:12:32 > 0:12:36- While there's a lot of head - scratching at the factory...
0:12:36 > 0:12:39- ..there's fun being had - at Ysgol yr Hendre...
0:12:39 > 0:12:42- ..the first bilingual school - in Patagonia.
0:12:42 > 0:12:44- RHYTHMIC CLAPPING
0:12:51 > 0:12:53- It's an honour to be here...
0:12:53 > 0:12:56- ..and it's very emotional - to meet children...
0:12:57 > 0:13:00- ..on the other side of the world - who speak Welsh...
0:13:00 > 0:13:03- ..and respond to us very naturally.
0:13:04 > 0:13:08- Catrin Finch has now joined - the rest of the musicians.
0:13:12 > 0:13:13- Well done!
0:13:14 > 0:13:18- Everyone who comes to this school - and speaks Welsh to the children...
0:13:18 > 0:13:22- ..promotes their Welshness, but - when you see their enthusiasm...
0:13:22 > 0:13:25- ..for these musicians, - it's a huge boost.
0:13:25 > 0:13:27- You can see their response.
0:13:29 > 0:13:33- So we can play low notes - but we can play high ones too.
0:13:33 > 0:13:35- SHE PLAYS HIGH NOTES
0:13:39 > 0:13:40- CHILDREN LAUGH
0:13:41 > 0:13:43- Who wants to play the fiddle?
0:13:51 > 0:13:54- Do you remember how to do it?
0:13:58 > 0:14:00- Well done.
0:14:02 > 0:14:04- Bravo!
0:14:04 > 0:14:07- They are full of energy, - wanting to try the fiddle...
0:14:07 > 0:14:09- ..the harp, the trumpet.
0:14:14 > 0:14:18- # Little Dai the soldier - And his shirt tail... #
0:14:18 > 0:14:22- What I really enjoyed - was singing Sosban Fach here.
0:14:22 > 0:14:25- As a true Scarlet...
0:14:25 > 0:14:28- ..to sing that in Patagonia - was excellent.
0:14:29 > 0:14:32- # And the cat has scratched
0:14:32 > 0:14:36- # Little Johnny. #
0:14:39 > 0:14:42- And where better to choose - young voices...
0:14:42 > 0:14:47- ..for a special performance of - Ar Hyd y Nos in the big concert?
0:14:47 > 0:14:49- # True beauty... #
0:14:49 > 0:14:51- Good.
0:14:51 > 0:14:54- "Beauty". Remember the eyes.
0:14:54 > 0:14:57- # True beauty. #
0:14:57 > 0:14:59- Three, and...
0:14:59 > 0:15:05- # Darkness is another light
0:15:05 > 0:15:11- # That exposes true beauty... #
0:15:12 > 0:15:17- Another tradition in Patagonia, - almost as important as singing...
0:15:17 > 0:15:19- ..is the Welsh tea.
0:15:20 > 0:15:23- A tradition which came - with the Mimosa...
0:15:24 > 0:15:27- ..and is now more popular here - than in Wales.
0:15:30 > 0:15:34- It's an opportunity for - the musicians to relax.
0:15:35 > 0:15:39- Everything's perfect, especially - the Welsh cakes. They're lovely.
0:15:40 > 0:15:42- There's plenty here.
0:15:42 > 0:15:44- It's very tasty.
0:15:44 > 0:15:49- There's enough food here to last - until next week so we're fine.
0:15:52 > 0:15:56- But it's a short break. - There are more workshops scheduled.
0:15:56 > 0:16:00- Catrin's next appointment - is a secondary school...
0:16:00 > 0:16:02- ..in one of Trelew's poorest areas.
0:16:05 > 0:16:10- It's an opportunity to turn her - hand to Latin-American music.
0:16:10 > 0:16:12- LATIN-AMERICAN MUSIC
0:16:26 > 0:16:28- APPLAUSE
0:16:28 > 0:16:32- Now it's Catrin's turn to - teach them a few Welsh songs.
0:16:33 > 0:16:35- I'm teaching them - Ar Ben Waun Tredegar.
0:16:36 > 0:16:39- I hope, within half an hour, - they can learn it...
0:16:39 > 0:16:42- ..but play it in their own style.
0:16:42 > 0:16:46- So a Welsh song but sounding like - it's always been played here.
0:17:03 > 0:17:08- It's important for the children to - open their hearts, minds and ears
0:17:08 > 0:17:12- to the art of music because - music is an art for everyone.
0:17:13 > 0:17:17- It's important that we all - come together.
0:17:28 > 0:17:30- APPLAUSE
0:17:35 > 0:17:37- It was incredible.
0:17:37 > 0:17:41- We played Welsh music, - we shared their music...
0:17:41 > 0:17:44- ..and it was like - a big jam session.
0:17:44 > 0:17:47- Erm, it was fun, - everyone enjoyed it...
0:17:47 > 0:17:50- ..and we could have carried on - all night.
0:17:52 > 0:17:55- Over in Gaiman, the music school - is the perfect place...
0:17:55 > 0:17:59- ..to find another voice - to sing Ar Hyd y Nos.
0:18:00 > 0:18:04- # The Heavenly family
0:18:04 > 0:18:06- # In peace
0:18:07 > 0:18:15- # All through the night.- #
0:18:23 > 0:18:25- Thank you very much.
0:18:25 > 0:18:26- Thank you very much.- - Thank you.
0:18:26 > 0:18:30- After hearing so many good voices, - it's hard to choose.
0:18:30 > 0:18:33- Thankfully, there's an answer - to the problem.
0:18:35 > 0:18:37- We've looked at the score - and we think...
0:18:37 > 0:18:41- ..by making some changes - to the score...
0:18:41 > 0:18:44- ..and extending the piece - a little bit further...
0:18:44 > 0:18:47- ..we're confident that everyone - who has sung...
0:18:47 > 0:18:50- ..will get a chance to perform.
0:18:51 > 0:18:54- The full orchestra has now arrived.
0:18:58 > 0:19:01- They're used to the world's - biggest stages...
0:19:01 > 0:19:05- ..so what do they make of - the wool factory in Trelew?
0:19:08 > 0:19:12- 24 hours before the concert, - this is the first opportunity...
0:19:12 > 0:19:14- ..for the conductor, - Grant Llewellyn...
0:19:15 > 0:19:18- ..to assess the acoustic - challenges of the hall.
0:19:18 > 0:19:21- Let's see how little - we can get away with...
0:19:21 > 0:19:24- ..to make these - Forzano piano subito.
0:19:24 > 0:19:27- You hardly need to touch it - in here.
0:19:27 > 0:19:32- We're discussing the fact that the - building is huge in terms of sound.
0:19:32 > 0:19:36- We're organizing some things - to make sure the orchestra...
0:19:36 > 0:19:39- ..works in a building like this, - which is huge.
0:19:40 > 0:19:44- I think that'll be enough. - I think that'll be enough in here.
0:19:44 > 0:19:47- Yes, it's got a five-second echo - and you can't...
0:19:47 > 0:19:51- ..hear some of the detail in - the middle of the textures...
0:19:51 > 0:19:57- ..but I think it makes up for that - with a grandiose, dramatic gesture.
0:19:58 > 0:20:02- At last, the historic night - has arrived.
0:20:03 > 0:20:06- The first time - a symphony orchestra...
0:20:06 > 0:20:08- ..has performed in Patagonia.
0:20:57 > 0:21:00- APPLAUSE
0:21:09 > 0:21:12- And here we are - a special moment.
0:21:12 > 0:21:16- A chance for the local voices - on the big stage.
0:21:19 > 0:21:22- # Oh, how cheerful
0:21:22 > 0:21:25- # Smiles the star
0:21:26 > 0:21:33- # All through the night
0:21:33 > 0:21:37- # To light
0:21:37 > 0:21:40- # Its earthly sister
0:21:40 > 0:21:47- # All through the night
0:21:47 > 0:21:50- # Old age is night
0:21:51 > 0:21:54- # When affliction comes
0:21:55 > 0:21:59- # But to beautify man
0:21:59 > 0:22:02- # In his late days
0:22:02 > 0:22:09- # We'll put our weak light together
0:22:09 > 0:22:17- # All through the night
0:22:20 > 0:22:22- APPLAUSE
0:22:24 > 0:22:28- The atmosphere in the room, - 2,000 people...
0:22:28 > 0:22:32- ..the orchestra were having fun - and so many children...
0:22:32 > 0:22:34- ..it was a perfect evening.
0:22:41 > 0:22:43- Fantastic.
0:22:43 > 0:22:46- Everyone enjoyed it, - the orchestra enjoyed it.
0:22:48 > 0:22:51- The place was full, - the warmest welcome...
0:22:51 > 0:22:56- ..clapping before pieces, - during pieces - it was excellent.
0:22:56 > 0:22:59- Everyone was screaming, "Yay!". - It was unbelievable.
0:23:00 > 0:23:02- A lot of people were crying...
0:23:02 > 0:23:05- ..because it has been - very emotional.
0:23:08 > 0:23:10- It's been great.
0:23:10 > 0:23:14- I hope it's not another 150 years - before an orchestra comes back.
0:23:16 > 0:23:18- CHEERING
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