The Cantata Participativa closed this Wednesday, March 21, the Bach Week Cartagena, a cycle of activities that have revolved around the figure of Johann Sebastian Bach, linked to the European Day of Ancient Music
The Participatory Cantata was once again the star activity of the Bach Cartagena Week, which took place between March 16 and 21.
The theme chosen for this popular concert was the Cantata BWV 12 'Weinen, Klagen, Sorgen, Zagen', by Johann Sebastian Bach.
Works by the English composer Henry Purcell were also performed.
The Cantata was celebrated in the Church of Charity with the presence of the Councilor for Culture, David Martínez.
On March 21, Europe celebrates the European Day of Ancient Music, which coincides with the beginning of Spring and the anniversary of the birth of Johann Sebastian Bach, born on March 21, 1685, according to the Julian calendar.
In Cartagena, for the third consecutive year, Bach Cartagena Week is celebrated to celebrate this day.
Source: Ayuntamiento de Cartagena