We begin this celebration by paying homage to the emblem of our foundation — Manuel M. Ponce, one of the greatest composers of all time. His spirit is reborn in every performance, in every rediscovered score, and in each of our events. His legacy lives on through the work of our mission. While our connection to this extraordinary Mexican musician is profound, our commitment extends to all great Latin American composers. We strive to ensure their music continues to live and thrive — it is the very DNA of our foundation.