With the start of Semana Santa, The City Paper presents a listing of some of the cultural highlights taking place in the capital and colonial Villa de Leyva.
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Bogotá’s Catedral Primada to resound to Bach with free concert series
The Ministry of Culture wants Bogotanos to appreciate the complete organ works of the great Baroque composer, J.S Bach. This free concert series runs until September.
A grand piano debut for Bogotá’s “Royal” Séptima
Mayor Enrique Peñalosa wants Bogotanos to get in tune with the city, rolling out a Kaway grand on the Carrera Séptima.
At 40, Colombia’s Shakira is having the time of her life
As her music continues to top the charts, the Barranquilla-born artist with a foundation to help vulnerable youth has become a vocal critic of Trump’s immigration ban.
The Colón Theatre tributes Teresita Gómez and her 60 years as pianist
The Colón Theatre presents a one-night tribute to one of Colombia’s most admired performers, pianist Teresita Gómez.
National Symphony to inaugurate their 2017 “French Kiss” program at Colón
The National Symphony launches its 2017 season titled “French Kiss” with more than 70 concerts scheduled to celebrate Colombia-France Year.
Julia Salvi: A commitment to classical music in Cartagena
After the 10th annual Cartagena International Music Festival this month, a look at the family who founded this celebration of classical music in the colonial city.
Totó La Momposina: Colombia’s Queen of Cumbia
For more than a half century, Totó La Momposina has captivated global audiences The Queen of Cumbia has no plans to stop signing or dancing.
Shakira and Carlos Vives win Song of the Year as Colombians clean up at Latin Grammys
Fonseca, Manuel Medrano, and J Balvin also took home several trophies of their own at tonight’s award show in Nevada.
The tango of Piazzolla comes to the Colón with Camerata Porteña
The Camerata Porteña ensemble will perform for two nights next month at the Colón Theatre the works of tango great Astor Piazzolla.
Salsa Kings Richie Ray and Bobby Cruz bid Bogotá farewell
With their legendary careers, salsa duet Richie Ray and Bobby Cruz bid farewell to Bogotá this month with a concert at the Teatro Jorge Eliécer Gaitán
Colombia: A nation of percussionists
If you happen to have a tapping issue, compulsive or mild, you will find comfort in this rhythm nation.
Embera hip-hop duo promote ethnic identity with message of peace
Two Colombian youngsters are a YouTube sensation with original songs in Embera and an affirmation of pride of their indigenous heritage.
Beethoven’s Fidelio marks Opera of Colombia’s 40th anniversary
The Ópera de Colombia celebrates its 40th anniversary with Beethoven’s only opera “Fidelio.”
Music makes Bogotá a “BOmm” town
The biggest gathering of music industry professionals has launched in Bogotá with the 5th edition of Bogotá Music Market – BOmm.
Colombian artists unite to break silence of human trafficking
Colombia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs launches a campaign against the scourge of human trafficking.