Second Concert: Alcoyana Music Tribute
- Alcoi, Spain - A concert showcasing festive music will be held in anticipation of the Moors and Christians festivities.
- The Teatre Calderón de Alcoi will host a concert at 6:30 p.m.
- The concert will feature a program divided into two parts, each exploring the history of festive music.
Festive Music Concert to Highlight Moors and Christians Celebration
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Alcoi, Spain – A concert showcasing festive music will be held in anticipation of the Moors and Christians festivities.
The Teatre Calderón de Alcoi will host a concert at 6:30 p.m. Sunday featuring the Societat Musical D’Alcoi, under the direction of Rafael M. Garrigós García. The performance is part of a series of concerts leading up to the Moors and Christians holidays honoring Sant Jordi.
The concert will feature a program divided into two parts, each exploring the history of festive music. The first half includes:
- Pasodoble Machaco (2002) by José Rafael Pasqual-Vilaplana
- Muslmà d’Alx Mora march (1989) by Francisco Blanquer Ponsoda
- Eleazar (2008), a Christian march by Rafael Mullor Grau
- Les Noces de Llibertat (1990) by Francisco Blanquer Ponsoda
- Captain Serer (2016) by Francisco José Martínez Gallego
- Catarsis (1982) by José Vicente Egea Insa
The second part of the program includes:
- Pasodoble Kroger (1900) by Camilo Pérez Laporta
- Premiere of Mora Filà Llana (2024) march, composed by Alfonso Yépez “Chipi”
- Gloria Dominice (2023), a Christian march by Joan Enric Canet Todolí
- Gypsy Pasodoble (1995) by Bene Ripoll Belda and Bene Ripoll Martínez
- Mora al-Khansà (2024) march, winner of the LVI Festa Music Composition contest of Alcoi
- Més que Mai (2024), an Aragonese Christian march by Saül Gómez Soler
The concert series began March 23 with the Serpis musical group and continues with the musical societat Nova d’Alcoi on April 6. Apollo d’Alcoi will perform April 13. All concerts are scheduled for the Teatre Calderón.
Tickets are available at Ticketalcoi and the Teatre Calderón ticket offices as March 12.
We encourage all festive music lovers not to miss this opportunity to live and enjoy Alcoi’s musical tradition,saeid Jordi Martínez, Councilor for Fiestas.
Festive Music Concert: A Guide to the Moors and Christians Celebration
This article explores a concert showcasing festive music in Alcoi, Spain, in anticipation of the Moors and Christians festivities. The concert will be held at the Teatre Calderón de Alcoi.
What is the Moors and Christians Celebration?
The Moors and Christians festival is a significant event in Alcoi. While this article focuses on a concert leading up to the festivities, it’s important to understand the context. The celebration commemorates ancient battles between moors and Christians during the Reconquista (the period of Christian reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula).
When and Where is the Concert?
The concert will be held on March 30, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the Teatre Calderón de Alcoi.
Who Will Be Performing?
The concert will feature the Societat Musical D’Alcoi, under the direction of Rafael M.Garrigós García.
What Music Will Be Featured?
The concert will explore the history of festive music, divided into two parts. Here is a breakdown of the program:
Part 1
Pasodoble Machaco (2002) by José Rafael Pasqual-Vilaplana
Muslmà d’alx Mora march (1989) by Francisco Blanquer Ponsoda
Eleazar (2008), a Christian march by Rafael Mullor Grau
Les Noces de Llibertat (1990) by Francisco Blanquer Ponsoda
Captain Serer (2016) by Francisco José Martínez Gallego
Catarsis (1982) by José vicente Egea Insa
Part 2
Pasodoble Kroger (1900) by Camilo Pérez Laporta
Premiere of Mora Filà Llana (2024) march, composed by Alfonso Yépez “Chipi”
Gloria Dominice (2023), a Christian march by Joan Enric Canet Todolí
Gypsy Pasodoble (1995) by Bene Ripoll Belda and Bene Ripoll Martínez
Mora al-Khansà (2024) march, winner of the LVI Festa Music Composition contest of Alcoi
Més que mai (2024), an Aragonese Christian march by Saül Gómez Soler
Where Can I Purchase Tickets?
Tickets are available at Ticketalcoi and the Teatre Calderón ticket offices as March 12.
What Other Events are Part of the Concert Series?
The concert is part of a series. Here are the other scheduled dates:
Concert by the Serpis musical group: March 23
Concert by the musical societat nova d’Alcoi: April 6
* Concert by Apollo d’alcoi: April 13
All concerts are scheduled for the Teatre calderón.
How Does This Concert Connect to the Moors and christians Festivities?
The concert series, including this performance by the Societat Musical D’Alcoi, serves as a prelude to the larger Moors and Christians holidays, which honour Sant Jordi.The music performed reflects and celebrates the cultural significance of these historical events.