KANTUTA CONCERTS

Kantuta (kan‧ˈtütə): Sacred Flower of The Incas

Introducing Kantuta Concerts — a captivating concert series inspired by the enchanting Kantuta flower, and the profound indigenous beliefs woven around its vibrant petals.

The kantuta, also known as the "Andean Queen," is a symbol of beauty and resilience that flourishes in the highlands of the Andes Mountains. Its vivid colors, ranging from fiery red to golden yellow, capture the essence of the region's cultural diversity and spiritual significance.

In indigenous Andean traditions, the kantuta holds great significance. It is revered as a sacred messenger connecting earthly existence with the realms of the divine. Legend has it that the kantuta petals embody the eternal bond between the sun god Inti and the earth goddess Pachamama, reflecting the harmony and balance sought by these ancient cultures.

Kantuta Concerts are at the heart of the Foundation for Bolivian Artists, Inc. Drawing inspiration from the kantuta and its beliefs, this series aims to create a musical journey that celebrates unity, diversity, and the pursuit of excellence. The centerpiece of this extraordinary series is the celebration of the talented individual who has been awarded our recital scholarship chosen through our competitive application process. The recipient represents the embodiment of dedication, passion, and merit. This concert serves as a momentous occasion to honor their achievements while also fostering inspiration and support for future generations.

  • Local Benefit Concerts

    Kantuta Concerts also branch out into serving the community. Through concerts given by volunteers from the community of musicians in our network, we aspire to reach out to the local Bolivian community, spreading our visibility and mission. Many of these fundraising concerts help to defray the costs of our yearly scholarship recitals while engaging the public as active participants of our mission.

  • Roster & Virtual Library

    One of our main objectives is to compile a roster of gifted musicians and a virtual library of piano repertoire by Bolivian composers. Each year, our concerts will present and premiere repertoire by Bolivian composers. This virtual library will not only keep an archive of these performances but will eventually serve as a way to search for and obtain this repertoire. 

  • Annual Scholarship Recital

    Our annual scholarship recital presents one talented Bolivian artist in a full solo program in one of New York’s leading venues. Our artist has free reign to choose a program that represents their artistic voice but must include at least one piece by a Bolivian composer. All costs are fully covered and the recipient will receive a full New York experience upon their arrival.

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