Marimba de Concierto de Chichicastenango

Marimba de Concierto de Chichicastenango is a distinguished marimba ensemble from Guatemala, named after the town of Chichicastenango—a region with deep marimba traditions. They specialize in traditional Guatemalan marimba music, performing a repertoire that includes festive and cultural pieces tied to Guatemalan heritage, such as "Navideñas," "Música de Guatemala en Marimba," and "Semana Santa en el Hormigo. Música de Guatemala para los Latinos." The group is known for showcasing the rich sounds of the marimba de tecomates, a marimba style historically made from palo de hormigo wood, which has been a central instrument in Guatemala’s indigenous and mestizo musical culture for centuries.

Their music carries forward the legacy of the marimba as Guatemala’s national instrument, blending traditional melodies with contemporary influences to keep this vibrant art form alive for new audiences. Marimba de Concierto de Chichicastenango serves as cultural ambassadors, celebrating the unique rhythms and sounds of Guatemalan marimba music both nationally and internationally.

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