Public Invited to Guayabitos Saturday Night Performances
Tara A. Spears
February is the perfect time to visit beautiful Jaltemba Bay, Mexico. The weather is flawless, the whales are in the bay, and the community provides outstanding entertainment to round out a memorable day. For 16 years the Guayabitos Hotel Association and the Nayarit state Cultural Department has provided a stellar array of FREE Saturday night concerts in the Guayabitos Plaza. It’s a high point activity whether you’re on vacation or a resident. Imagine experiencing top quality performers amid dreamy surroundings: let the music wrap around you while you sit under the tropical stars. Seating is provided but it is best to arrive early as it fills up quickly- the show starts at 7:30 pm. Please, there is no saving seats unless you are physically in it- be considerate of others.
One of my past favorites is the Arcano. These siblings are originally from Tepic, Nayarit, with Erika on violin and Vick on keyboards. The talented duo have achieved a unique sound that is the result of a fusion of acoustic and electro. In each of their 11 albums you will find a harmonious mix of different genres and styles that will amaze you with the ability to convey emotions through their exquisite music.
The men don a mask made with faces of elderly people who are smiling without teeth and have rosy skin like young people. The shoes are made of wood in order to accent the stomping on the floor. The dance starts out with aching and hunched over old men, with minimal movements. These movements turn into vigorous dancing combined with trembling and coughing by the old men.
Mark your calendars and come to the outdoor Saturday night concerts.