Ocidente (1954) - Joly Braga Santos (1924 - 1988) Small symphonic choral work, written in 1954, based on the text of "Mensagem" by Fernando Pessoa. It is part of a trilogy that includes "Prece" and "Ascenção de Vasco da Gama". This work remained unperformed and was premiered by the Academic Orchestra of the University of Coimbra, the Orfeon Académico, and the Mixed Choir of the University of Coimbra on March 1, 2024, at the Anniversary concert of the University of Coimbra and the opening of the University's Cultural Week. Orquestra Académica da Universidade de Coimbra, Maestro André Granjo Orfeon Académico de Coimbra, Maestro Artur Pinho Coro Misto da Universidade de Coimbra, Maestro Rodrigo Carvalho