In 1986, the iconic Dominican artist Fernando Villalona electrified the stage at the nascent Altos de Chavón amphitheater, which had already hosted world-famous stars such as the renowned Frank Sinatra, Buddy Rich, Santana, Joan Jett, and Heart.

Thirty-seven years later, “The Spoiled Child” returned in grand style to this very same location last Saturday night, August 12th, with another memorable and emotionally charged performance, masterfully produced by the company Big Show Pro and Casa de Campo to celebrate the 50th anniversary of this emblematic stone venue.

“I was very attentive to do it again, and thank you, Lord, for putting these people here on the stones of Altos de Chavón, some of whom were here that day, 37 years ago, in 1986. Thank you, Father, this is the greatest blessing you have given me tonight,” the artist expressed very emotionally amidst the cheering crowd.

With massive attendance and a completely clear sky, the venue was filled to capacity to receive the legendary performer, accompanied on many of his songs by his daughter Paloma and artists of the caliber of Omar Henriquez, Magic Juan, Sergio Vargas, Jandy Ventura, Félix Cumbe, Rubby Pérez, Pavel Núñez, Techy Fatule, Gabriel Pagán, Francisco Cruz, Lupe Valerio, Eudy Cruz, and Arturo Sanquintín.

It was, without a doubt, a night for the history books, in a vibrant atmosphere, where the euphoria of the fans created a unique celebratory mood from the very first chord of “Seré”.

Fernando Villalona captivated the audience with his charisma and unmistakable voice, making this show unforgettable for everyone present with a repertoire that included 36 of his greatest hits in merengue, ballad, and bolero, such as “Mi pueblo,” “Y te amo solo,” “Quijote,” “Penélope,” “Te amo demasiado,” “Payaso,” “Sonámbulo,” among others.

With a luxurious production that included excellent dancers and the accompaniment of an unparalleled orchestra, strengthened by four choristers (Chantal Villalona, Nicole Lazala, René Geraldino, and Emmanuel Burgos) and 16 musicians, under the direction of maestro Manuel Tejada, the artist gave his all, offering his talent through songs that have become ingrained in the memory of Dominicans.

The first of his guests to take the stage was the Venezuelan Omar Henriquez, achieving an impeccable duet to the rhythm of “Cama y mesa.” Meanwhile, Magic Juan and Arturo Sanquintín accompanied him on “La lluvia,” and Luis Valerio joined in to masterfully perform “Tatico Henríquez.”.

In the medley that the production called “Riders of Merengue,” the crowd's excitement was immediate from the moment they heard Sergio Vargas with “Amaneciendo,” Jandy Ventura sang “La hamaquita,” and Francisco Cruz performed “Félix Cumbé” alongside Villalona.

Other luxury guests that the crowd enjoyed from beginning to end were Eudy Cruz, to the rhythm of “Muchachita mía”; Gabriel Pagán combined perfectly with El Mayimbe while performing “Confundido”; Pavel Núñez charmed the thousands of attendees with “Háblame mi vida” and “Vida consentida”; Paloma Villalona did so masterfully with her father to the beat of the merengue “Me muero por ti”; Rubby Pérez won the hearts of the public with the rhythm “Pato robao”, as did Techy Fatule with the sweetness of her voice that gave another nuance to “Delirante amor” and “Que me quedes tú”.

Nestor Caro, recognized for producing large-scale events, once again demonstrated his ability to create unique experiences in the entertainment world. Meticulous planning and attention to every detail contributed to the resounding success of this exceptional evening.

The most advanced technical resources and cutting-edge special effects sealed this concert as one of the most impactful productions of this year 2023.

Undoubtedly, Fernando Villalona's return to the Altos de Chavón stage marked a milestone in his career and in Dominican music. With his musical legacy and his affection for the public intact, «El Mayimbe» proved that he remains the most beloved by the Dominican people.