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Berlin's diverse Carnival of Cultures, 19th May 2013

Berlin-based Grupo Peru and Peru Inka joined Berlin's rich cultural event, Karneval der Kulturen (Carnival of Cultures).  On this occasion, the groups presented Tondero dance from the Peruvian north coast.  Peruvian dance groups from different parts of Europe joined the parade dancing a mixture of Tondero rhythms from Piura and Lambayeque, featuring the guitar and cajón.  Berlin's Carnival of Cultures embraces and celebrates the artistic work and cultural expression of ethnic and local based groups.

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Quote from Wilhelm Schlegel
"Art cannot exist without nature"
Wilhelm Schlegel

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St Catherine's Hill Nature Reserve, Winchester
Spring Fair & Peruvian Fiesta, St Joseph's Hall, 2nd March 2013
A folkloric, crafts and fair trade event organised by The Peruvian Orphan Children's Fund in aid of orphans in Puno.  Attendees enjoyed the warm rhyhms and atmosphere with typical Peruvian food and pisco sour.  Lokandes's rich repertoire included a mixture of Andean and Afro-Peruvian rhythms.  Baila Peru performed the celebratory dance festejo.

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Celebrating Chinese New Year, London, 10th February 2013
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Once again, Peruvian culture formed part of the colourful and vibrant Chinese New Year celebration. The event marked the year of the Snake.

The Peruvian performance was introduced by two children wearing traditional costumes, a message in Quechua: 'Paqariyku, Wiñayku, Llamk'ayku Siminchikrayku, Kawsayninchikrayku' ('We are born, we live and work for our language and cultures') and Hatary Llajta playing a mixture of lively huaynos and carnivals.

Baila Peru with the support of collaborators showcased the festive and fresh dance festejo, representing the Afro-Peruvian culture of the black coastal population. The dance was performed by adults and children combining energy and passion. An essential element of this dynamic performance was the Afro-Peruvian drum box, el cajón, played by Alejandro Reyes.

The performance was complemented by the presence of the Mochica Princess, the Condor and traditional costumes from Cajamarca, Huancayo, La Libertad and Cusco.

Baila Peru would like to thank the organisers, Chinawest International Productions Ltd. for the opportunity to be part of this major celebration and to all participants and collaborators for their contribution and talent.

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Coca Akusjay - Coca essence of my diet
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Coca leaves on Andean tapestry


Green, gentle coca leaf, essence of my diet
However, sweet or bitter, I love you
Loyal companion in my sorrows
Together with my herd and my charango

Among the Quechua and Aymara people
You grew like the wild herb
A wicked brother tainted your fate forever
bleached your leaf and brought death
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Baila Peru's last rehearsal of the 2012 programme
The rehearsal programme, throughout the year, featured a range of styles, providing the opportunity to review our work, develop our expertise and grow together.

We continue our journey and adventure blending tradition and creativity!

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