Concert

DE LA PÉRGOLA A LA NEGRA

  • De La Regia Orquesta Quinteto y Valentín Trujillo | Dirección general de Mariana Muñoz | Dirección musical de Guillermo “Cuti” Aste
  • Country: Chili
  • Premiere: 2019
  • Target audience: +8 years
  • Length: 105 minutes

The Regia Orquesta Quinteto and Valentín Trujillo present "From the Pergola to La Negra," a musical journey between two classics of Chilean musical theater from the 20th century: "La Pergola de las Flores" (1960) by Isidora Aguirre and composer Francisco Flores del Campo, and "La Negra Ester" (1988) by Roberto Parra, adapted and directed by Andrés Pérez with music by La Regia Orquesta.

These two love stories aim to give voice to those who, from precarious circumstances, build a country with hope. Songs like "La Pergola de las Flores," "Yo vengo de San Rosendo," and "La Revuelta" will share the repertoire with "Jazz Guachaca," "La Negra Ester," "Japonesita," and many other melodies that traverse the landscapes of Chilean theatrical history.

Both pieces dignify marginality by revealing its complexities, simplicities, and beauties to construct identity, evoking musical references belonging to the memory of popular Chilean music. The significant figure of Valentín Trujillo is a fundamental element; he is a privileged witness of the musical and theatrical eras mentioned here.

Images:

Credits:

General direction and script:

Mariana Muñoz

Accordion, vocals, arrangements, and musical direction:

Guillermo Aste

Trumpet, accessories; coordination and production:

Jorge Lobos

Double bass:

Roberto Lindl

Drums:

Juan Pablo Bosco

Guitar:

Marcelo Salinas

Piano:

Valentin Trujillo

Saxophone and clarinet:

Andrés Pérez

Trombone:

Alfredo Tauber

Cello:

Angela Acuña

Violin:

Daniela Rivera

Singer:

Ema Pinto y Omar Lavadie

Producción:

Fundación Teatro a Mil

Biographies:

Mariana Muñoz

Actress, director, and teacher. Her work has been influenced by her professional experience with masters Andrés Pérez Araya, Andrés del Bosque, and Juan Radrigán. Her direction is characterized by research based on the convergence of theater, music, popular universes, and comedy. One of her most notable works is "Amores de Cantina" by Juan Radrigán.


La Regia Orquesta

Originally formed by Cuti Aste, Jorge Lobos, and Álvaro Henríquez, this group was responsible for creating the original music for the play "La Negra Ester" (1988), including songs by Roberto Parra and repertoire from Latin American popular music. This work brought about a change in Chilean music and theater by showcasing Parra's work, his "jazz huachaca," and "cuecas choras." The current lineup includes original members Guillermo Aste and Jorge Lobos, along with Marcelo Salinas, Roberto "Titae" Lindl, and Juan Pablo Bosco.


Valentín Trujillo (Chile, 1933)

Pianist and orchestrator, considered "one of the fundamental arrangers of Chilean popular music, both in records and large concerts," in the words of journalist Marisol García. His work has oscillated between classical and popular, collaborating on albums with prominent artists such as Cecilia, Ángel Parra Trío, Vicente Bianchi, and Arturo Gatica. His participation in television shows like "Pin Pon" and "Sábados Gigantes" brought him fame and widespread recognition.


Guillermo “Cuti” Aste

Multi-instrumentalist, composer, and arranger with a vast career in the local music scene. He has been part of bands like Javiera y Los Imposibles, Los Mismos, Electrodomésticos, and currently Los Tres. He has also composed music for theater, notably his work in "La Negra Ester," where he directed and was part of La Regia Orquesta. His career is one of the most versatile, exploring genres such as electronic, pop, incidental music, and rock.


Cast's Awards:

2023 - Comendador de la Orden al Mérito Docente y Cultural Gabriela Mistral

To Valentín Trujillo


2022 - Premio Índigo

Best Music Producer to Cuti Aste


2016 - Orden al Mérito Artístico y Cultural Pablo Neruda

To Valentín Trujillo


2011 - Premio del Círculo de Críticos de Arte

Best Theatrical Production for Amores de Cantina, directed by Mariana Muñoz.


Previous dates:

May 2019 - National Tour

Teatro Municipal de Temuco, Chile


May 2019 - National Tour

Teatro Biobío, Concepción, Chile


January 2019 - Festival Internacional Teatro a Mil

Parque Quinta Normal, Santiago, Chile - Playa Cavancha, Iquique, Chile - Teatro Municipal de Santiago, Chile


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