Vélez-Blanco Festival Celebrates 25 Years of Renaissance and Baroque Music

From July 17 to 25, the town of Vélez-Blanco in Almería, Spain, marks the 25th edition of its music festival dedicated to Renaissance and Baroque styles. The theme for this year, 'Celebrations,' focuses on the influence of music throughout historical moments. Notable performances include Tiago Matias and Chiavette, as well as the Bachcelona Consort presenting J.S. Bach's Cantata BWV 187 and Missa Brevis BWV 235. Al Ayre Español will showcase 'Il martirio di Santa Teodosia.' Political celebrations are represented by the Orquesta Ciudad de Almería, while secular festivities are explored by the Iliber Ensemble. Additionally, La Tempestad honors Wanda Landowska and Manuel de Falla, with educational events featuring Purcell's 'Dido and Aeneas' and a seminar by Francisco Andújar Castillo and Jean-Frédéric Schaub.