Paco Ojeda

Coffee & Headlines • February 6, 2024

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From today’s broadcast:

HEADLINES

Drought may become a problem earlier than usual in Jalisco. https://contralinea.net/puerto-vallarta-todavia-ajeno-este-ano-a-la-problematica-de-la-sequia/

The Jalisco government is already taking drought preventive measures against forest fires. https://www.facebook.com/EnriqueAlfaroR/posts/pfbid02K4QaAbCD5gXcrD4ygvAd4ck7wUGJdSfPFkmHDUjs6vKUgpGAjbvhmbAxgbEp61t8l

LEISURE

Friday evening will be another excellent opportunity to explore Galería Contempo. https://www.facebook.com/events/1134610904364860/

A complete Guide to the Maya Train is published. https://escapadas.mexicodesconocido.com.mx/tren-maya-la-guia-completa-para-viajar/

I updated our Frequently Asked Questions page this morning. Check it out! https://paco-ojeda.com/faq/

A heavenly weekend in Guadalajara!

The MET broadcasts Roméo et Juliette on Saturday, March 24.

The Jalisco Philharmonic performs Mahler’s Totenfeier and Mozart’s Requiem on Sunday, March 25.

And while we’re at it, why not visit the Guadalajara Zoo? https://zooguadalajara.com.mx/

As a reminder, I’ve published a comprehensive list of cultural and lodging links for Guadalajara, available for Members Only. Check it out here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ojedapaco/guadalajara-based-resources

EVENT REMINDERS

Thursday, November 6 • 5 PM

STRINGS ATTACHED: ESSENTIAL VIOLIN CONCERTOS

The violin has been called the instrument that most closely resembles the human voice — capable of singing, crying, soaring, and dazzling with virtuosity. But what makes certain violin concertos stand out as timeless masterpieces? In this music appreciation evening, we’ll journey through ten of the greatest violin concertos ever written. From Beethoven’s noble and expansive Violin Concerto in D, to Tchaikovsky’s fiery and passionate Concerto in D Major, to Barber’s lushly lyrical American treasure — and many gems in between — we’ll discover how composers have used the violin to capture the full spectrum of human expression.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1124043659930801/

Thursday, November 20 • 5 PM

¡AZUCAR! • The Life and Music of Celia Cruz

Everyone knows her voice. Everyone knows ¡Azúcar! But how much do you really know about Celia Cruz—the woman who left everything behind to follow her music? From the dance halls of 1950s Havana to the concert stages of New York and Mexico, Celia’s journey was marked by courage, exile, and an unstoppable joy. Join Music Storyteller Paco Ojeda for ¡AZÚCAR! The Life and Music of Celia Cruz — a vibrant, heart-pounding exploration of the Queen of Salsa, her struggles, and her triumphs.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1177814007623307/