| South America offers a rich experience for any traveler. This region’s variety of countries provides the tourist with a great selection of things to do and places to see. The picturesque city of Cartagena de Indias in Colombia is home to a number of exciting opportunities for every traveler. A new event that is capturing the eyes of travelers is La Cartagena Festival Internacional De Musica, or the Cartagena International Music Festival, which is held from January 9 until the 16th. Begun in 2007 by Charles Wadsworth, Victor Salvi, and his wife Julia Salvi this festival has been held annually for four years. For the Salvis this music festival is a tool their organization, Fundación Salvi, uses to combat poverty and violence in Colombia. This festival started off simply using chamber music. The festival now, though, has added many new concerts and musical styles, including many performances by Colombian musicians. It seeks to raise the musical level in the country and raise a generation that makes music an important part of everyday life. The tourist who takes part in this festival will surely be enriched by its program. Many activities are offered each day of the festival. Each day there is at least one concert. On some days, like Monday, January 11, there are many concerts. Featured in all of the concerts are a variety of artists and musicians. Some of the featured acts are Natalia Forero, the talented teenagers Lyon and Healy, and the Fundación Salvi. Other prominent features of the program are the exhibitions and special lectures. One notable lecture is “The Life of Mozart-The Years of Maturity”. All these events make for a memorable program. In addition to the abundant daily features of the Festival’s program, the tourist can join in some of the highlights of the festival. The festival will include several lectures and other musical performances, such as the City of London Symphony, the Shanghai String Quartet, and pianist Stephen Prutsman. Indeed, this festival is one that promises entertainment, excitement, and memories for a lifetime. With this festival you can make your Colombian vacation complete. |
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