Illapu (Chile)
Illapu (prounounced “eeyapu”) are a Chilean folk and Andean musical ensemble formed in 1971, in Antofagasta, in northern Chile, by the brothers José Miguel, Jaime, Andrés and Roberto Márquez Bugueno.
Illapu comes from the Quechua word meaning “Lightning Bolt”. In 1981, they were forced into exile – going first to France and later Mexico City. In 1988, due to the improved political climate, they returned to their homeland, Chile. Their 1993 album, En Estos Días, which contained the hit single, “Lejos del Amor”, won 7 platinum records.
This coming October long weekend, Australian audiences will have the chance to experience internationally acclaimed Illapu live in concert.
Latin, folk, classical and world music aficionados are invited to take a thrilling musical journey of Latin America and its poetry, composed by a contemporary mix of world sounds, from andean zampoñas to outback didgeridoos. |
Price
$70 + booking fee
Time
Doors open 7pm
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