The tapestry of Cali’s Petronio Álvarez Festival, where music and Afro-Colombian pride intertwine in a celebration of culture, reached edition 27 this month, and a tribute to victims of violence.
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Unforgettable concerts of the VI International Classical Music Festival of Bogotá
If you’re not leaving town for the Easter holidays, then enjoy the impressive concert program of VI International Classical Music Festival of Bogotá, with over 40 concerts dedicated La Belle Époque.
Curtain rises on La Belle Époque in Bogotá: visit the full program
Don’t miss out on the musical program of the VI International Classic Music Festival of Bogotá from April 5 to 8. The festival is dedicated to France, and the composers of La Belle Époque.
Soprano Betty Garcés: Colombia’s leading lady of song
From Buenaventura to performances on the world’s stage, soprano Betty Garcés is Colombia’s leading lady of Opera.
Bogotá welcomes La Belle Époque with VI International Classic Music Festival
La Belle Époque is the theme of the VI International Classic Music Festival of Bogotá, a landmark cultural event that takes place between April 5 and 8 in sixteen venues of the Colombian capital.
Ute Lemper to inaugurate “La Belle Époque” at Bogotá’s Teatro Mayor.
German singer Ute Lemper will open the VI International Classical Music Festival of Bogotá and series titles La Belle Époque, with a repertoire of Kurt Weill and cabaret songs by Edith Piaf and Marlene Dietrich.
Bogotá’s Teatro Mayor rolls out stellar 2023 program
Bogotá’s Teatro Mayor has rolled-out its 2023 program with Spain extending its role as Guest Nation of Honor. Among the highlights is La Belle Époque, Renée Fleming and Ute Lemper.
Teatro Mayor presents Donizetti’s “Colombian opera”
Bogotá’s Teatro Mayor and Ópera de Colombia are staging Donizetti’s famous “Elisir D’Amore” with stage direction by the acclaimed film director Sergio Cabrera.
Barcú reopens in Bogotá’s historic La Candelaria
One of Bogotá’s most diverse and engaging cultural events, Barcú, opens its doors to art and music lovers with its gallery showcases, and slate of live concerts.
Totó La Momposina ends legendary musical career
Colombia’s legendary Totó la Momposina is retiring from the stage at age 82 with a final concert in Bogotá. The voice of cumbia was awarded the Latin Grammy Lifetime achievement award in 2013.
Bandola Music Festival in Sevilla delivers strings to the wind
The Bandola Music Festival in Sevilla, is among the most important in Valle del Cauca, and annual celebration of traditional and alternative music.
Cali Salsa declared Intangible Cultural Patrimony of Colombia.
The fast steps, gyrating hips and sultry moves of Cali’s legendary dance – salsa caleña – has been recognized by Colombia’s Ministry of Culture as Intangible Cultural Patrimony of the Nation; and important step toward the eventual listing of the dance, with all its cultural manifestations, on UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Hertiage (ICH). “For […]
Violin virtuoso Ara Malikian makes Bogotá debut at Teatro Mayor
The Lebanon-born violinist Ara Malikian will deliver a one night concert at Teatro Mayor on May 10, 2022, and evening that showcases the virtuosity of the renowned musician.
Foo Fighter’s Taylor Hawkins found dead in Bogotá hotel
Taylor Hawkins, the 50-year old effusive drummer of Foo Fighters has died in Bogotá ahead of the band’s concert at Estéreo Picnic.
Colombia launches Cumbia Route to promote coastal tourism
From cumbia to vallenato, mapale and porro, Colombia wants tourists to explore the Caribbean coast with a new tourism route dedicated to the region’s musical diversity.
Colombia’s “Camilo” announces next North America tour
The Medellín-based singer and songwriter Camilo has announced the dates for his next North American tour with dates in New York, Houston and Toronto.