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Oct. 28 — Mixteco/Indigena Community Organizing Project to present Día de Muertos — In Concert

by Community Contributor • January 1, 2023 • Comments Off

Dia de Muertos: En Concierto

Mixteco/Indigena Community Organizing Project (MICOP) would like to cordially invite you to join us on Saturday, October 28th, 2023, for an evening where we honor our ancestors through the ancient indigenous Mexican celebration of Dia de los Muertos that celebrates death as part of the cycle of life. The evening will feature performances by Ópera Mixe and Ballet Folklórico Nueva Antequera, as well as a selection of artisanal vendors, free community altars, and more!

About Dia de Muertos

Dia de Muertos, 2022

Dia de Muertos is the ancient, indigenous Mexican celebration of death as part of the cycle of life that celebrates the lives of those who have passed before us with altars crafted to memorialize their lives. The tradition reflects the view of life and death as a natural continuum. In Mexico and now in many other countries worldwide, families create an altar in their home dedicated to a deceased family member, ancestor, or friend. This is a happy and joyous event enjoyed by children and adults. We will be hosting free community altars at our event, so feel free to bring pictures of your loved ones to commemorate and honor their spirit!

Ópera Mixe

Ópera Mixe is an ensemble made up of María Reyna and Joaquín Garzón. Maria is an extraordinary and talented Soprano, a worthy ambassador “in her own right” of one of the oldest, most melodious and most representative cultures of the “other Mexico”: ancestral Mexico; the Mixe of Oaxaca. Joaquin is a recognized Master Pianist, Orchestral Director and Composer. Today he makes amazing arrangements and Compositions for Ópera Mixe. Concert entrance is $10!

View her performance here

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Ballet Folklórico Nueva Antequera

Ballet Folklórico Nueva Antequera will be sharing a variety of traditional dances from the state of Oaxaca, Mexico such as Sones y jarabes mixes from Santa María Tlahuitoltepec, Oaxaca.

Artisanal Vendors

Guests will be able to browse from a selection of Artisanal vendors. Pictured is Hija Mia Studio which specializes in handcrafted Oaxacan barro, textiles, jewelry, and more.

Assortment of treats

Guests will be able to enjoy delicious atole, a traditional drink made from corn masa and spices! Pan dulce (sweet bread) will also be available along with the Dia de Muertos staple: Pan de Muerto!