‘Bosque Sinfonía’ Concert Opens Parallel Agenda for Renaissance and Baroque Music Festival in San Javier

San Javier, Bolivia – The historic Jesuit Mission Church of San Javier will resonate with music and nature on April 16 as it hosts the 'Bosque Sinfonía' concert, the opening event for the XV Festival Internacional de Música Renacentista y Barroca Americana ‘Misiones de Chiquitos’. This unique performance brings together the local Coro y Orquesta de San Javier, comprising 35 musicians, within an architectural marvel that marries European baroque influences with the distinct artistic spirit of the Chiquitano culture.

The initiative, a collaboration between the Asociación Pro Arte y Cultura (APAC), the Embassy of Sweden, and the Autonomous Municipal Government of San Javier, extends beyond a mere musical offering. 'Bosque Sinfonía' incorporates a reforestation action, where musicians, organizers, and attendees will plant trees, symbolizing a deep connection between artistic creation and environmental stewardship.

Percy Añez Castedo, president of APAC's board, emphasized the profound meaning behind this integration: “With these kinds of activities, we seek to honor nature, because each instrument comes from a tree and behind every performance is a story born from it. With ‘Bosque Sinfonía,’ we want to recognize that origin and accompany the artistic experience with a concrete action.” This sentiment underscores a commitment to celebrating the living heritage of the region in a manner that is both culturally enriching and ecologically conscious.

The 'Bosque Sinfonía' concert is free and open to the public, extending an invitation to both local residents and visitors to partake in an experience that celebrates their vibrant heritage. This event serves as a prelude to the larger festival, which will feature over 130 concerts from April 17 to 26 across Santa Cruz de la Sierra, the Jesuit Missions, and Tarija, showcasing the talents of over 1,000 artists from 16 nations.

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With these kinds of activities, we seek to honor nature, because each instrument comes from a tree and behind every performance is a story born from it. With ‘Bosque Sinfonía,’ we want to recognize that origin and accompany the artistic experience with a concrete action.